The Ohio School for the Deaf is a school located in Columbus, Ohio. It is run by the Ohio Department of Education for deaf and hard-of-hearing students across Ohio. It was established on October 16, 1829, making it the fifth oldest residential school in the country.
Early Learning Center serves 19 students in grades Prekindergarten.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 19 students
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Early Learning Center's student population of 19 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Total Students
19 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
1 teacher
Year Founded
October 16, 1829
Colors
White, Royal blue
School Rankings
The diversity score of Early Learning Center is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
5%
17%
White
69%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Spartan
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Early Learning Center?
19 students attend Early Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Early Learning Center students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Black.
What grades does Early Learning Center offer ?
Early Learning Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten
What school district is Early Learning Center part of?
Early Learning Center is part of Ohio Deaf And Blind Education Services School District.
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