The Children's Way Preschool serves 47 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 47 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
The Children's Way Preschool's student population of 47 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Total Students
47 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of The Children's Way Preschool is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
24%
7%
Hispanic
6%
25%
Black
2%
10%
White
64%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend The Children's Way Preschool?
47 students attend The Children's Way Preschool.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of The Children's Way Preschool students are White, 24% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of The Children's Way Preschool?
The Children's Way Preschool has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does The Children's Way Preschool offer ?
The Children's Way Preschool offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten
What school district is The Children's Way Preschool part of?
The Children's Way Preschool is part of Wayland School District.
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