Early Learning Center serves 221 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 221 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Early Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Early Learning Center's student population of 221 students has grown by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Total Students
221 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Early Learning Center is 0.33, 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
15:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Hispanic
81%
29%
Black
12%
16%
White
4%
45%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
21%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Early Learning Center?
221 students attend Early Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Early Learning Center students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Early Learning Center?
Early Learning Center has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Early Learning Center offer ?
Early Learning Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten
What school district is Early Learning Center part of?
Early Learning Center is part of Waukegan CUSD 60 School District.
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