Cresco Early Childhood Development Center

Cresco Early Childhood Development Center is a small public school located in the remote rural setting of Cresco, Howard County, Iowa. The school serves children from pre-kindergarten through pre-kindergarten and has an enrollment of 68 students. With just three full-time equivalent teachers, the student-teacher ratio at Cresco Early Childhood Development Center is 22.7:1.

The school’s MySchoolScout rating is currently 2.0 out of 10, placing it near the bottom among Iowa schools in terms of state ranking at #1270 out of 1288 schools (which is around the 2nd percentile). While specific test score data isn't available to provide a detailed academic performance review, Cresco Early Childhood Development Center focuses on nurturing young children's foundational skills and social development. Set in a remote rural area, Cresco Early Childhood Development Center offers a close-knit community environment where teachers and families work closely together to support the growth of each child.

With an enrollment of 68 students, Cresco Early Childhood Development Center is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

The student-teacher ratio at Cresco Early Childhood Development Center is 22.7:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.

Located in a rural area, Cresco Early Childhood Development Center may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.