Wilkinson Early Childhood Ctr. serves 273 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 273 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20%
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wilkinson Early Childhood Ctr. ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Wilkinson Early Childhood Ctr.'s student population of 273 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
273 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Wilkinson Early Childhood Ctr. is 0.55, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.49. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)≤20%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)21-39%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
59%
15%
White
32%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Wilkinson Early Childhood Ctr. often compared to?
Wilkinson Early Childhood Ctr.is often viewed alongside schools like Mason Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% MO state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% MO state average).
How many students attend Wilkinson Early Childhood Ctr.?
273 students attend Wilkinson Early Childhood Ctr..
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Wilkinson Early Childhood Ctr. students are Black, 32% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wilkinson Early Childhood Ctr.?
Wilkinson Early Childhood Ctr. has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wilkinson Early Childhood Ctr. offer ?
Wilkinson Early Childhood Ctr. offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Wilkinson Early Childhood Ctr. part of?
Wilkinson Early Childhood Ctr. is part of St. Louis City School District.
In what neighborhood is Wilkinson Early Childhood Ctr. located?
Wilkinson Early Childhood Ctr. is located in the Franz Park neighborhood of Saint Louis, MO.
School Reviews
5 6/10/2017
My son had his first year as a Wilkie Bear this year, and we have loved our experience! He will be returning next year and I have no doubt that it will be another great year. His teachers are very caring, and the school has a wonderful community feel. They have the latest technology, so I am never worried that he isn't learning a ton. I highly recommend Wilkinson ECC!
5 10/24/2009
When we first toured the school, the staff was very warm and friendly. Most of the teachers there have master's degrees. They have a more positive approach to discipline, too, it seemed. They also appeared to be really following Project Construct, from what we saw in the classrooms. The tour guide, Diane Taylor, told us about the two curriculums, Open Court (which they appear to be phasing out) and Project Construct. When I asked her to explain, she went into one of the preschool rooms and the teacher came over and explained it all pretty articulately and she also said that with preschool they try to make it play oriented because their natural state is play (which goes along with my own personal philosophy). Old, well-kept building with a new playground on a quiet, tucked-away street in Dogtown. Our child has been going to school there now for over a year and is very happy, as our we. The PTO is also very involved and gets things done. Highly recommended St. Louis City Magnet School!
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