Central Early Childhood Center serves 113 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 113 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central Early Childhood Center's student population of 113 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
113 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Central Early Childhood Center is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
73%
15%
White
16%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO 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 Arrowpoint Elementary School, Early Child. Education by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Central Early Childhood Center?
113 students attend Central Early Childhood Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Central Early Childhood Center students are Black, 16% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Early Childhood Center?
Central Early Childhood Center has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
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 Hazelwood School District.
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