Mitchell Early Childhood Center serves 292 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 292 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mitchell Early Childhood Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Mitchell Early Childhood Center's student population of 292 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
292 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Mitchell Early Childhood Center is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Asian
11%
3%
Hispanic
30%
14%
Black
15%
7%
White
35%
70%
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Mitchell Early Childhood Center often compared to?
Mitchell Early Childhood Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Mckee Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Mitchell Early Childhood Center?
292 students attend Mitchell Early Childhood Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Mitchell Early Childhood Center students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mitchell Early Childhood Center?
Mitchell Early Childhood Center has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mitchell Early Childhood Center offer ?
Mitchell Early Childhood Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mitchell Early Childhood Center part of?
Mitchell Early Childhood Center is part of Des Moines Independent Comm School District.
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