Early Childhood Center 1 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 74%).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Math Proficiency: 70-74%
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69%
- Attendance Zone: South Elementary School serves the southeastern part of Lancaster, OH, covering an area of approximately 1.6 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students (23-24)
114 students
Showing 2015–2024. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
The Place to Be for Learning, Caring, Succeeding
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)70-74%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)65-69%
74%
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 1999–2024. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
8%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
17%
Showing 2013–2024. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
86%
66%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Showing 2010–2024. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
5%
Showing 2010–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% OH state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 74% OH state average).
How many students attend Early Childhood Center 1?
114 students attend Early Childhood Center 1.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Early Childhood Center 1 students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Early Childhood Center 1 offer ?
Early Childhood Center 1 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Early Childhood Center 1 part of?
Early Childhood Center 1 is part of Lancaster City School District.
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