Early Childhood Center serves 178 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 178 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Early Childhood Center's student population of 178 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Total Students
178 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Early Childhood Center is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
45%
29%
Black
49%
16%
White
1%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Early Childhood Center?
178 students attend Early Childhood Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Early Childhood Center students are Black, 45% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Early Childhood Center?
Early Childhood Center has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Early Childhood Center offer ?
Early Childhood Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten
What school district is Early Childhood Center part of?
Early Childhood Center is part of Bellwood SD 88 School District.
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