Overbrook Early Learning Center

54 Gerrish Ave.
East Haven, CT 06512
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Overbrook Early Learning Center serves 173 students in grades Prekindergarten. 
The student-teacher ratio of 43:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten
  • Enrollment: 173 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 43:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 62%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education

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School Overview

Overbrook Early Learning Center's student population of 173 students has grown by 61% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
173 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
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The diversity score of Overbrook Early Learning Center is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
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State Level (CT)
Student-Teacher Ratio
43:1
12:1
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Asian
2%
5%
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Hispanic
49%
32%
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Black
7%
12%
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White
38%
46%
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Two or more races
4%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
0.61
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Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
38%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
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Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

How many students attend Overbrook Early Learning Center?
173 students attend Overbrook Early Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Overbrook Early Learning Center students are Hispanic, 38% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Overbrook Early Learning Center?
Overbrook Early Learning Center has a student ration of 43:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Overbrook Early Learning Center offer ?
Overbrook Early Learning Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Overbrook Early Learning Center part of?
Overbrook Early Learning Center is part of East Haven School District.
In what neighborhood is Overbrook Early Learning Center located?
Overbrook Early Learning Center is located in the The Centre neighborhood of East Haven, CT. There are 3 other public schools located in The Centre.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten
  • Enrollment: 173 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 43:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 62%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education

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