Needs Improvement
#1761 of 1,815 schools in CO
Early Childhood Center
School · Montrose County School District Re-1J
P O BOX 10000, Montrose, CO 81402
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 11 schools in Montrose. Learn more
Enrollment
170
Student-Teacher
34:1
Score
3.2
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
170
Student-Teacher
34:1
Score
3.2
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Colorado schools
#1,761 of 1,815
In Montrose
#11 of 11
public schools
In district
#13 of 13
Montrose County School District Re-1J
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Early Childhood Center
School in Montrose · grades Pre-K – Pre-K. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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Black Canyon High School
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About Early Childhood Center
Early Childhood Center is a public school in Montrose, CO, part of Montrose County School District Re-1J. Early Childhood Center serves approximately 170 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 34:1 student-teacher ratio. Early Childhood Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,761 of 1,815 schools in CO.
- This school 3.2 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.2
- CO avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 170 students, Early Childhood 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.
Early Childhood Center runs 34:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Early Childhood Center Compares
See how Early Childhood Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
P O BOX 10000, Montrose, CO 81402
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Early Childhood Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. Peak Virtual Academy (rated 7.6/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Delta High School (rated 7.0/10, 20.2 miles away, in nearby Delta), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Cottonwood Elementary School (rated 6.7/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Montrose, see our Montrose schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 21.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Outer Range Montrose | 0.1 mi | — |
| Black Canyon High School Montrose | 0.4 mi | — |
| Montrose High School Montrose | 0.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Pomona Elementary School Montrose | 0.5 mi | 4.0 |
| Vista Charter School Montrose | 0.7 mi | 4.3 |
| Columbine Middle School Montrose | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Northside Elementary School Montrose | 1.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Peak Virtual Academy Montrose | 1.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Centennial Middle School Montrose | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Cottonwood Elementary School Montrose | 1.9 mi | 6.7 |
| POPE JOHN PAUL II ACADEMY Montrose | 2.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Johnson Elementary School Montrose | 2.7 mi | 3.7 |
| Oak Grove Elementary School Montrose | 2.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Olathe Middle/High School Olathe | 11.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Olathe Elementary School Olathe | 11.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Delta High School Delta | 20.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Grand Mesa Choice Academy Delta | 20.5 mi | 4.3 |
| REDEEMER LUTHERAN SCHOOL & TINY TREASURES Delta | 20.7 mi | — |
| Lincoln Elementary School Delta | 20.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Garnet Mesa Elementary School Delta | 21.1 mi | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Early Childhood Center
What grades does Early Childhood Center serve?
Early Childhood Center serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Early Childhood Center?
Early Childhood Center has an enrollment of approximately 170 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Early Childhood Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Early Childhood Center is 34:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Early Childhood Center rank in CO?
Early Childhood Center ranks #1,761 of 1,815 schools in CO.
What is Early Childhood Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Early Childhood Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Early Childhood Center a charter school?
No, Early Childhood Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Early Childhood Center a Title I school?
No, Early Childhood Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Early Childhood Center?
77.6% of students at Early Childhood Center qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 170
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 34:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Montrose County
- Phone
- (970) 249-5858
Resources & Links
District
Montrose County School District Re-1J- District Enrollment
- 6,029
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,857
- District Rank
- #13 of 13
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