Needs Improvement
#1221 of 1,280 schools in IA
Corse Early Childhood Center
School · Burlington Comm School District
700 South Starr Avenue, Burlington, IA 52601
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on IA statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
176
Student-Teacher
25.1:1
Score
3.0
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
176
Student-Teacher
25.1:1
Score
3.0
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Iowa schools
#1,221 of 1,280
In Burlington
#6 of 8
public schools
In district
#6 of 8
Burlington Comm School District
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About Corse Early Childhood Center
Corse Early Childhood Center is a public school in Burlington, IA, part of Burlington Comm School District. Corse Early Childhood Center serves approximately 176 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 25.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Corse Early Childhood Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,221 of 1,280 schools in IA.
- This school 3.0 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.7
- IA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 176 students, Corse 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.
Corse Early Childhood Center runs 25.1:1 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
35.8%
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 Corse Early Childhood Center Compares
See how Corse Early Childhood Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
700 South Starr Avenue, Burlington, IA 52601
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Corse Early Childhood Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. Danville Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 10.9 miles away, in nearby Danville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mediapolis Middle School (rated 7.6/10, 14.8 miles away, in nearby Mediapolis), which scores notably higher. Additionally, West Burlington Elem School (rated 7.2/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby West Burlington), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Burlington, see our Burlington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 52601 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,123
Median Home Value
$125,500
Median Rent
$921/mo
Population
27,465
College Educated
23.5%
Homeownership
71.2%
Avg Commute
18.2 min
Poverty Rate
14.8%
Median Age
43.3
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Corse Early Childhood Center
What grades does Corse Early Childhood Center serve?
Corse Early Childhood Center serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Corse Early Childhood Center?
Corse Early Childhood Center has an enrollment of approximately 176 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Corse Early Childhood Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Corse Early Childhood Center is 25.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Corse Early Childhood Center rank in IA?
Corse Early Childhood Center ranks #1,221 of 1,280 schools in IA.
What is Corse Early Childhood Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Corse Early Childhood Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Corse Early Childhood Center a charter school?
No, Corse Early Childhood Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Corse Early Childhood Center a Title I school?
No, Corse Early Childhood Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Corse Early Childhood Center?
35.8% of students at Corse 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
- 176
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 35.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Des Moines County
- Phone
- (319) 753-2707
Resources & Links
District
Burlington Comm School District- District Enrollment
- 3,233
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,619
- District Rank
- #6 of 8
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