Verda Dierzen Early Learning Center

2045 N Seminary Ave
Woodstock, IL 60098
(School attendance zone shown in map)
Serving 652 students in grades 2, 
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 2
  • Enrollment: 652 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 45%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

School Overview

Verda Dierzen Early Learning Center's student population of 652 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2
Total Students
652 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
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School Rankings

The diversity score of Verda Dierzen Early Learning Center is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
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State Level (IL)
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
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Hispanic
38%
27%
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Black
3%
17%
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White
55%
47%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.56
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Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
43%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
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Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

How many students attend Verda Dierzen Early Learning Center?
652 students attend Verda Dierzen Early Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Verda Dierzen Early Learning Center students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% 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 19:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Verda Dierzen Early Learning Center offer ?
Verda Dierzen Early Learning Center offers enrollment in grades 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   11/24/2017
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.
- Posted by Parent - Sarah
5   2/23/2011
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!
- Posted by Parent - chi_k

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 2
  • Enrollment: 652 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 45%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education

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