Early Learning Center serves 558 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 558 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Early Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Early Learning Center's student population of 558 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Total Students
558 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Early Learning Center is 0.66, 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
20:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
3%
28%
Black
45%
16%
White
35%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Learning Center?
558 students attend Early Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Early Learning Center students are Black, 35% of students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Early Learning Center?
Early Learning Center has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
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 Springfield SD 186 School District.
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