Early Childhood Center serves 243 students in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 243 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Early Childhood Center's student population of 243 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
243 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Year Founded
1906
Colors
Royal Blue and White
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Early Childhood Center is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
Hispanic
5%
9%
White
88%
67%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Early Childhood Center?
243 students attend Early Childhood Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Early Childhood Center students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Early Childhood Center?
Early Childhood Center has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Early Childhood Center offer ?
Early Childhood Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Early Childhood Center part of?
Early Childhood Center is part of Harrisonville R-IX School District.
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