Needs Improvement
#1234 of 1,280 schools in IA
Centerville Community Preschool Bldg
School · Centerville Comm School District
603 N 10th St., Centerville, IA 52544
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on IA statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
58
Student-Teacher
29:1
Score
2.9
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
58
Student-Teacher
29:1
Score
2.9
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Iowa schools
#1,234 of 1,280
In Centerville
#4 of 4
public schools
In district
#4 of 4
Centerville Comm School District
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Centerville Community Preschool Bldg
School in Centerville · grades Pre-K – Pre-K. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Centerville High School
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Howar Middle School
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About Centerville Community Preschool Bldg
Centerville Community Preschool Bldg is a public school in Centerville, IA, part of Centerville Comm School District. Centerville Community Preschool Bldg serves approximately 58 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 29:1 student-teacher ratio. Centerville Community Preschool Bldg has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,234 of 1,280 schools in IA.
- This school 2.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.5
- IA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 58 students, Centerville Community Preschool Bldg 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.
Centerville Community Preschool Bldg runs 29:1 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
36.2%
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 Centerville Community Preschool Bldg Compares
See how Centerville Community Preschool Bldg performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
603 N 10th St., Centerville, IA 52544
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Centerville Community Preschool Bldg may also want to explore other schools in the area. PUTNAM CO. HIGH (rated 8.9/10, 19.8 miles away, in nearby Unionville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Moravia Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 11.3 miles away, in nearby Moravia), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PUTNAM CO. ELEM. (rated 8.4/10, 19.7 miles away, in nearby Unionville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Centerville, see our Centerville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 27.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Centerville High School Centerville | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Howar Middle School Centerville | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Lakeview Elementary Centerville | 1.5 mi | 4.4 |
| Moravia Elementary School Moravia | 11.3 mi | 8.5 |
| Moravia High School Moravia | 11.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Moulton Elementary School Moulton | 11.1 mi | 3.4 |
| Moulton-Udell High School Moulton | 11.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Seymour Elementary School Seymour | 13.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Seymour High School Seymour | 13.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Grant Center Albia | 19.9 mi | 7.0 |
| PUTNAM CO. MIDDLE Unionville | 19.7 mi | 6.8 |
| PUTNAM CO. ELEM. Unionville | 19.7 mi | 8.4 |
| Kendall Center Albia | 20.3 mi | 2.9 |
| PUTNAM CO. HIGH Unionville | 19.8 mi | 8.9 |
| Lincoln Center Albia | 20.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Albia High School Albia | 20.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Albia Middle School Albia | 20.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Blakesburg Elementary Blakesburg | 19.6 mi | 6.9 |
| SCHUYLER CO. ELEM. Queen City | 27.2 mi | 4.2 |
| SCHUYLER CO. HIGH Queen City | 27.2 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 52544 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$45,257
Median Home Value
$114,100
Median Rent
$779/mo
Population
8,110
College Educated
19.1%
Homeownership
63.9%
Avg Commute
17.4 min
Poverty Rate
24.6%
Median Age
45.7
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Centerville Community Preschool Bldg
What grades does Centerville Community Preschool Bldg serve?
Centerville Community Preschool Bldg serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Centerville Community Preschool Bldg?
Centerville Community Preschool Bldg has an enrollment of approximately 58 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Centerville Community Preschool Bldg?
The student-teacher ratio at Centerville Community Preschool Bldg is 29:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Centerville Community Preschool Bldg rank in IA?
Centerville Community Preschool Bldg ranks #1,234 of 1,280 schools in IA.
What is Centerville Community Preschool Bldg's MySchoolScout rating?
Centerville Community Preschool Bldg has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Centerville Community Preschool Bldg a charter school?
No, Centerville Community Preschool Bldg is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Centerville Community Preschool Bldg a Title I school?
No, Centerville Community Preschool Bldg is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Centerville Community Preschool Bldg?
36.2% of students at Centerville Community Preschool Bldg 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
- 58
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 29:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 36.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Appanoose County
- Phone
- (641) 856-0749
Resources & Links
District
Centerville Comm School District- District Enrollment
- 1,325
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,706
- District Rank
- #4 of 4
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