Early Childhood Center serves 163 students in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 163 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Early Childhood Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
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School Overview
Early Childhood Center's student population of 163 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Total Students
163 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Early Childhood Center is 0.56, 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
11:1
12:1
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
61%
26%
Black
13%
10%
White
23%
51%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
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?
163 students attend Early Childhood Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Early Childhood Center students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Early Childhood Center?
Early Childhood Center has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Early Childhood Center offer ?
Early Childhood Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
What school district is Early Childhood Center part of?
Early Childhood Center is part of Methuen School District.
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