Elk Run Early Childhood Center serves 131 students in grades Prekindergarten.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 131 students
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elk Run Early Childhood Center's student population of 131 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
131 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (20-21)
16 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Elk Run Early Childhood Center is 0.62, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
7%
13%
Black
21%
7%
White
57%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 11/17/2024
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Elk Run Early Childhood Center?
131 students attend Elk Run Early Childhood Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Elk Run Early Childhood Center students are White, 21% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Asian.
What grades does Elk Run Early Childhood Center offer ?
Elk Run Early Childhood Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Elk Run Early Childhood Center part of?
Elk Run Early Childhood Center is part of Waterloo Comm School District.
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