West Carrollton Early Childhood Center serves 657 students in grades Prekindergarten-1.
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 657 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Attendance Zone: Shade Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Dayton, OH, encompassing approximately 9.9 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Carrollton Early Childhood Center's student population of 657 students has grown by 109% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 84% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
657 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of West Carrollton Early Childhood Center is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
17%
8%
Black
23%
17%
White
50%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.6%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend West Carrollton Early Childhood Center?
657 students attend West Carrollton Early Childhood Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of West Carrollton Early Childhood Center students are White, 23% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Carrollton Early Childhood Center?
West Carrollton Early Childhood Center has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Carrollton Early Childhood Center offer ?
West Carrollton Early Childhood Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Carrollton Early Childhood Center part of?
West Carrollton Early Childhood Center is part of West Carrollton City School District.
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