Early Childhood Center

Early Childhood Center serves 196 students in grades Prekindergarten. 
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten
  • Enrollment: 196 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

School Overview

Early Childhood Center's student population of 196 students has grown by 70% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Total Students
196 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
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School Rankings

The diversity score of Early Childhood Center is 0.20, 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.
This School
State Level (IL)
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Hispanic
8%
29%
Black
89%
16%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
100%
0.20
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
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?
196 students attend Early Childhood Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Early Childhood Center students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 3% 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 16:1, 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 Dolton SD 148 School District.

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten
  • Enrollment: 196 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

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