Early Childhood Center serves 39 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 39 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Early Childhood Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
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Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Early Childhood Center's student population of 39 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
39 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
The diversity score of Early Childhood Center is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
13%
Black
n/a
7%
White
90%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Early Childhood Center?
39 students attend Early Childhood Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Early Childhood Center students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Early Childhood Center?
Early Childhood Center has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Early Childhood Center offer ?
Early Childhood Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Early Childhood Center part of?
Early Childhood Center is part of Independence Community School District.
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