Verda Dierzen Early Learning Center serves 675 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 675 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Attendance Zone: Verda Dierzen Early Learning Center's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Woodstock, IL, encompassing approximately 107.8 square miles. Typically, families can expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 6.1 miles to the zone edge and the furthest edge being 8.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Verda Dierzen Early Learning Center's student population of 675 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
675 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
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School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Verda Dierzen Early Learning Center is 0.58, 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
18:1
13:1
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Asian
1%
6%
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Hispanic
41%
29%
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Black
4%
16%
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White
50%
45%
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Two or more races
4%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.2%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
43%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Verda Dierzen Early Learning Center?
675 students attend Verda Dierzen Early Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Verda Dierzen Early Learning Center students are White, 41% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Verda Dierzen Early Learning Center?
Verda Dierzen Early Learning Center has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Verda Dierzen Early Learning Center offer ?
Verda Dierzen Early Learning Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Verda Dierzen Early Learning Center part of?
Verda Dierzen Early Learning Center is part of Woodstock CUSD 200 School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I feel that my daughter is getting a good foundation to her education at Verda. The teachers and assistants are committed to their jobs and the office staff is helpful and friendly.Many thatnks to them!
5 10/10/2025
We haven't gotten our students in yet but from how I felt during registration and them trying to help me thru transferring schools in the middle of a year, all very friendly helpful staff so far. Can't wait to see how the kids like the new school.
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