Poplar Bluff Early Childhood C serves 298 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 298 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Poplar Bluff Early Childhood C ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Poplar Bluff Early Childhood C's student population of 298 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
298 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Poplar Bluff Early Childhood C is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
12%
15%
White
76%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Poplar Bluff Early Childhood C?
298 students attend Poplar Bluff Early Childhood C.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Poplar Bluff Early Childhood C students are White, 12% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Poplar Bluff Early Childhood C?
Poplar Bluff Early Childhood C has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Poplar Bluff Early Childhood C offer ?
Poplar Bluff Early Childhood C offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Poplar Bluff Early Childhood C part of?
Poplar Bluff Early Childhood C is part of Poplar Bluff R-I School District.
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