East Early Childhood Center serves 86 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 86 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Early Childhood Center's student population of 86 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
86 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of East Early Childhood Center is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
97%
15%
White
2%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend East Early Childhood Center?
86 students attend East Early Childhood Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of East Early Childhood Center students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Early Childhood Center?
East Early Childhood Center has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does East Early Childhood Center offer ?
East Early Childhood Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Early Childhood Center part of?
East Early Childhood Center is part of Hazelwood School District.
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