Lake Early Learning Center serves 211 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 211 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lake Early Learning Center's student population of 211 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Total Students
211 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Lake Early Learning Center is 0.59, which is more 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
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
22%
9%
Black
2%
15%
White
58%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
17%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Lake Early Learning Center?
211 students attend Lake Early Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Lake Early Learning Center students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake Early Learning Center?
Lake Early Learning Center has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Lake Early Learning Center offer ?
Lake Early Learning Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten
What school district is Lake Early Learning Center part of?
Lake Early Learning Center is part of St. Joseph School District.
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