Central Early Childhood Center serves 310 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 310 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central Early Childhood Center's student population of 310 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
310 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Central Early Childhood Center is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
11%
Hispanic
16%
35%
Black
15%
14%
White
55%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.2%
16.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Central Early Childhood Center often compared to?
Central Early Childhood Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Pine Acres Early Childhood Center by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Central Early Childhood Center?
310 students attend Central Early Childhood Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Central Early Childhood Center students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Early Childhood Center?
Central Early Childhood Center has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Central Early Childhood Center offer ?
Central Early Childhood Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Central Early Childhood Center part of?
Central Early Childhood Center is part of Deptford Township Public School District.
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