Elyria Early Childhood Center serves 302 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 302 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Attendance Zone: Elyria Early Childhood Center's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Elyria, OH, encompassing approximately 26 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edges of the zone located about 5.5 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elyria Early Childhood Center's student population of 302 students has grown by 59% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
302 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Be a Pioneer!
School Rankings
The diversity score of Elyria Early Childhood Center is 0.69, which is more 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
19:1
17:1
Hispanic
21%
8%
Black
13%
17%
White
46%
65%
Two or more races
20%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(20-21) ⚠ COVID-19 impacted7.6%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Elyria Pioneers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Elyria Early Childhood Center?
302 students attend Elyria Early Childhood Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Elyria Early Childhood Center students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Two or more races, and 13% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elyria Early Childhood Center?
Elyria Early Childhood Center has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Elyria Early Childhood Center offer ?
Elyria Early Childhood Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Elyria Early Childhood Center part of?
Elyria Early Childhood Center is part of Elyria City Schools.
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