Shady Dell Early Childhood Center serves 155 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 155 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Shady Dell Early Childhood Center's student population of 155 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 66% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
155 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Shady Dell Early Childhood Center is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
10%
9%
Black
6%
15%
White
70%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Shady Dell Early Childhood Center?
155 students attend Shady Dell Early Childhood Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Shady Dell Early Childhood Center students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shady Dell Early Childhood Center?
Shady Dell Early Childhood Center has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Shady Dell Early Childhood Center offer ?
Shady Dell Early Childhood Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Shady Dell Early Childhood Center part of?
Shady Dell Early Childhood Center is part of Springfield R-XII School District.
In what neighborhood is Shady Dell Early Childhood Center located?
Shady Dell Early Childhood Center is located in the Webster Park And Shady Dell neighborhood of Springfield, MO.
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