Early Childhood Center serves 285 students in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 285 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Early Childhood Center's student population of 285 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
285 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Early Childhood Center is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Asian
4%
8%
Hispanic
17%
26%
Black
12%
10%
White
61%
51%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Early Childhood Center?
285 students attend Early Childhood Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Early Childhood Center students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Early Childhood Center?
Early Childhood Center has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Early Childhood Center offer ?
Early Childhood Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Early Childhood Center part of?
Early Childhood Center is part of Dedham School District.
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