Early Childhood serves 434 students in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 434 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Early Childhood's student population of 434 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Total Students
434 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Early Childhood is 0.48, 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
27:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
4%
29%
Black
10%
16%
White
70%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(21-22)4.6%
31.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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?
434 students attend Early Childhood.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Early Childhood students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Early Childhood?
Early Childhood has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Early Childhood offer ?
Early Childhood offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
What school district is Early Childhood part of?
Early Childhood is part of Quincy SD 172 School District.
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