Early Childhood Education Center serves 165 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 165 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Early Childhood Education Center's student population of 165 students has grown by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
165 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Early Childhood Education Center is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
71%
26%
Black
21%
10%
White
3%
51%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.9%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Early Childhood Education Center?
165 students attend Early Childhood Education Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Early Childhood Education Center students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Early Childhood Education Center?
Early Childhood Education Center has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Early Childhood Education Center offer ?
Early Childhood Education Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Early Childhood Education Center part of?
Early Childhood Education Center is part of Springfield School District.
In what neighborhood is Early Childhood Education Center located?
Early Childhood Education Center is located in the McKnight neighborhood of Springfield, MA. There are 3 other public schools located in McKnight.
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