Monett Early Childhood Center serves 266 students in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 266 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Monett Early Childhood Center's student population of 266 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Total Students
266 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Monett Early Childhood Center is 0.58, 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
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
42%
8%
Black
1%
15%
White
50%
68%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
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 Monett Early Childhood Center?
266 students attend Monett Early Childhood Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Monett Early Childhood Center students are White, 42% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Monett Early Childhood Center?
Monett Early Childhood Center has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Monett Early Childhood Center offer ?
Monett Early Childhood Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
What school district is Monett Early Childhood Center part of?
Monett Early Childhood Center is part of Monett R-I School District.
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