Macarthur Early Childhood Center serves 127 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 127 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Macarthur Early Childhood Center's student population of 127 students has grown by 47% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Total Students
127 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
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School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Macarthur Early Childhood Center is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
12%
29%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Black
16%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
63%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
9%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Macarthur Early Childhood Center?
127 students attend Macarthur Early Childhood Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Macarthur Early Childhood Center students are White, 16% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Macarthur Early Childhood Center?
Macarthur Early Childhood Center has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Macarthur Early Childhood Center offer ?
Macarthur Early Childhood Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten
What school district is Macarthur Early Childhood Center part of?
Macarthur Early Childhood Center is part of Macomb CUSD 185 School District.
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