Early Childhood Center serves 376 students in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 376 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Attendance Zone: Riverside ELC serves the southwest part of Fort Dodge, IA, covering an area of approximately 3.2 square miles. Most students live within a 1.1-mile radius, with the furthest distance to the school's edge being around 2.3 miles, making for a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Early Childhood Center's student population of 376 students has grown by 174% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 211% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
376 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
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School Rankings
The diversity score of Early Childhood Center is 0.56, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
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Hispanic
17%
14%
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Black
8%
7%
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White
63%
70%
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Two or more races
12%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.5%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
35%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Early Childhood Center?
376 students attend Early Childhood Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Early Childhood Center students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Early Childhood Center?
Early Childhood Center has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Early Childhood Center offer ?
Early Childhood Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Early Childhood Center part of?
Early Childhood Center is part of Fort Dodge Comm School District.
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