Early Childhood Center serves 89 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 89 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Attendance Zone: The Early Childhood Center in West Liberty, IA serves an attendance zone of approximately 148.9 square miles, covering the entire school district. Families can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 11.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Early Childhood Center's student population of 89 students has declined by 51% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 53% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
89 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Early Childhood Center is 0.49, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
64%
14%
Black
1%
7%
White
32%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.9%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Early Childhood Center?
89 students attend Early Childhood Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Early Childhood Center students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Early Childhood Center?
Early Childhood Center has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Early Childhood Center offer ?
Early Childhood Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Early Childhood Center part of?
Early Childhood Center is part of West Liberty Comm School District.
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