Lake Early Learning Center serves 183 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 183 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Total Students
183 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Lake Early Learning Center is 0.55, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
17%
8%
Black
5%
15%
White
63%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
42%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Lake Early Learning Center?
183 students attend Lake Early Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Lake Early Learning Center students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lake Early Learning Center?
Lake Early Learning Center has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Lake Early Learning Center offer ?
Lake Early Learning Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten
What school district is Lake Early Learning Center part of?
Lake Early Learning Center is part of St. Joseph School District.
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