Capuano Early Childhood Center serves 250 students in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 250 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Attendance Zone: Capuano Early Childhood Center serves the entire district of Somerville, MA, encompassing an area of approximately 4.2 square miles. Most families are within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3.3 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Capuano Early Childhood Center's student population of 250 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
250 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Capuano Early Childhood Center is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
8%
Hispanic
36%
26%
Black
9%
10%
White
31%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.8%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Capuano Early Childhood Center often compared to?
Capuano Early Childhood Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Winter Hill Community by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Capuano Early Childhood Center?
250 students attend Capuano Early Childhood Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Capuano Early Childhood Center students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 9% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Capuano Early Childhood Center?
Capuano Early Childhood Center has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Capuano Early Childhood Center offer ?
Capuano Early Childhood Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Capuano Early Childhood Center part of?
Capuano Early Childhood Center is part of Somerville School District.
In what neighborhood is Capuano Early Childhood Center located?
Capuano Early Childhood Center is located in the East Somerville neighborhood of Somerville, MA. There are 3 other public schools located in East Somerville.
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