Lh Carpenter Early Learning Center serves 206 students in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 29:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 206 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 29:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lh Carpenter Early Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
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Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Lh Carpenter Early Learning Center's student population of 206 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Total Students
206 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Lh Carpenter Early Learning Center is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
29:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
8%
15%
Black
n/a
13%
White
86%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Lh Carpenter Early Learning Center?
206 students attend Lh Carpenter Early Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Lh Carpenter Early Learning Center students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lh Carpenter Early Learning Center?
Lh Carpenter Early Learning Center has a student ration of 29:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lh Carpenter Early Learning Center offer ?
Lh Carpenter Early Learning Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
What school district is Lh Carpenter Early Learning Center part of?
Lh Carpenter Early Learning Center is part of Wabash City Schools School District.
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