Below Average
#1652 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Early Education Center
School · Mesa Unified District (4235)
143 S ALMA SCHOOL RD, Mesa, AZ 85210
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 128 schools in Mesa. Learn more
Enrollment
72
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
72
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,652 of 2,006
In Mesa
#105 of 129
public schools
In district
#60 of 76
Mesa Unified District (4235)
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Early Education Center
School in Mesa · grades Pre-K – Pre-K. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Early Education Center
Early Education Center is a public school in Mesa, AZ, part of Mesa Unified District (4235). Early Education Center serves approximately 72 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K. Early Education Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,652 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 6.1
- AZ avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 72 students, Early Education Center is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Score Breakdown
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How Early Education Center Compares
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Location
143 S ALMA SCHOOL RD, Mesa, AZ 85210
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Early Education Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. EVIT - East Valley Institute of Technology (rated 9.1/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Franklin Accelerated Academy - Downtown Campus (rated 8.3/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HEARTWOOD MONTESSORI (rated 8.2/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mesa, see our Mesa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Concordia Charter School Mesa | 0.3 mi | 7.1 |
| QUEEN OF PEACE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Mesa | 0.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Heritage Academy Mesa | 0.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Emerson Elementary School Mesa | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| STEP UP SCHOOL Mesa | 0.7 mi | 4.2 |
| Carson Junior High School Mesa | 0.8 mi | 3.7 |
| Franklin Accelerated Academy - Downtown Campus Mesa | 0.8 mi | 8.3 |
| Mesa Arts Academy Mesa | 1.0 mi | 3.1 |
| Westwood High School Mesa | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Mesa Distance Learning Program Mesa | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Guerrero Elementary School Mesa | 1.1 mi | 4.4 |
| HEARTWOOD MONTESSORI Mesa | 1.1 mi | 8.2 |
| East Valley Academy Mesa | 1.4 mi | 3.6 |
| Eisenhower Center for Innovation Mesa | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| New Horizon School for the Performing Arts Mesa | 1.3 mi | 3.0 |
| Redbird Elementary School Mesa | 1.6 mi | 3.9 |
| Lincoln Elementary School Mesa | 1.5 mi | 4.9 |
| EVIT - East Valley Institute of Technology Mesa | 1.4 mi | 9.1 |
| Whittier Elementary School Mesa | 1.6 mi | 4.0 |
| Burke Basic School Mesa | 1.9 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85210 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,680
Median Home Value
$301,600
Median Rent
$1,383/mo
Population
39,941
College Educated
24.8%
Homeownership
46.6%
Avg Commute
24.2 min
Poverty Rate
15.4%
Median Age
31.5
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Early Education Center
What grades does Early Education Center serve?
Early Education Center serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Early Education Center?
Early Education Center has an enrollment of approximately 72 students.
How does Early Education Center rank in AZ?
Early Education Center ranks #1,652 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Early Education Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Early Education Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Early Education Center a charter school?
No, Early Education Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Early Education Center a Title I school?
No, Early Education Center is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 72
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Maricopa County
- Phone
- (480) 472-0000
Resources & Links
District
Mesa Unified District (4235)- District Enrollment
- 57,204
- Schools in District
- 78
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,121
- District Rank
- #60 of 76
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