Marycrest Early Childhood Center serves 151 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 151 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marycrest Early Childhood Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Marycrest Early Childhood Center's student population of 151 students has declined by 51% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Total Students
151 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Marycrest Early Childhood Center is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
67%
28%
Black
20%
17%
White
7%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
14%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Marycrest Early Childhood Center?
151 students attend Marycrest Early Childhood Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Marycrest Early Childhood Center students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marycrest Early Childhood Center?
Marycrest Early Childhood Center has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Marycrest Early Childhood Center offer ?
Marycrest Early Childhood Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten
What school district is Marycrest Early Childhood Center part of?
Marycrest Early Childhood Center is part of Joliet Public School District 86.
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