Perry Early Learning Center serves 271 students in grades Prekindergarten-1.
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 271 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Perry Early Learning Center's student population of 271 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
271 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Perry Early Learning Center is 0.58, which is more 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
8:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
9%
9%
Black
62%
18%
White
14%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)83%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Grizzlies
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Perry Early Learning Center often compared to?
Perry Early Learning Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Ford Early Learning Center by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Perry Early Learning Center?
271 students attend Perry Early Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Perry Early Learning Center students are Black, 14% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Perry Early Learning Center?
Perry Early Learning Center has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Perry Early Learning Center offer ?
Perry Early Learning Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Perry Early Learning Center part of?
Perry Early Learning Center is part of Ypsilanti Community Schools.
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