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#554 of 1,280 schools in IA
Top 43% in state
Based on limited data
Creston Early Childhood Center
Elementary School · Creston Comm School District
901 N Elm St, Creston, IA 50801
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on IA statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
159
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
159
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Iowa schools
#554 of 1,280
In Creston
#4 of 4
public schools
In district
#4 of 4
Creston Comm School District
School environment
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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Creston Early Childhood Center
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About Creston Early Childhood Center
Creston Early Childhood Center is a public elementary school in Creston, IA, part of Creston Comm School District. Creston Early Childhood Center serves approximately 159 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Kindergarten, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Creston Early Childhood Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #554 of 1,280 schools in IA.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 7.3
- IA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 159 students, Creston 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.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
43.4%
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 Creston Early Childhood Center Compares
See how Creston Early Childhood Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
901 N Elm St, Creston, IA 50801
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Creston Early Childhood Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. East Union Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 10.0 miles away, in nearby Afton), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mount Ayr Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 25.2 miles away, in nearby Mount Ayr), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Corning Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 20.4 miles away, in nearby Corning), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Creston, see our Creston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 20.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Creston High School Creston | 0.5 mi | 7.6 |
| MAYFLOWER HERITAGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Creston | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| ST MALACHY SCHOOL Creston | 0.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Creston Middle School Creston | 0.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Creston Elementary School Creston | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Orient Elementary School Orient | 9.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Orient-Macksburg Senior High School Orient | 9.6 mi | 5.8 |
| East Union Elementary Afton | 10.0 mi | 8.9 |
| East Union Middle-High School Afton | 10.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Diagonal Elementary School Diagonal | 17.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Diagonal Junior-Senior High School Diagonal | 18.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Nodaway Valley Elementary School Greenfield | 17.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Nodaway Valley High School Greenfield | 17.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Lenox Elementary School Lenox | 16.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Lenox High School Lenox | 16.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Nodaway Valley Middle School Fontanelle | 18.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Mount Ayr Elementary Mount Ayr | 25.2 mi | 8.6 |
| Mount Ayr High School Mount Ayr | 25.2 mi | 9.0 |
| Southwest Valley High school Corning | 20.3 mi | 4.0 |
| Corning Elementary School Corning | 20.4 mi | 8.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 50801 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,453
Median Home Value
$120,700
Median Rent
$676/mo
Population
9,027
College Educated
25.9%
Homeownership
70.1%
Poverty Rate
13.4%
Median Age
40.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Clarksville Elementary School Clarksville, IA | 6.8 |
| Dayton Center Dayton, IA | 6.8 |
| English Valleys Elementary School North English, IA | 6.8 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Spencer, IA | 6.8 |
| SANBORN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sanborn, IA | 6.8 |
| Central City Elementary School Central City, IA | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Creston Early Childhood Center
What grades does Creston Early Childhood Center serve?
Creston Early Childhood Center serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.
How many students attend Creston Early Childhood Center?
Creston Early Childhood Center has an enrollment of approximately 159 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Creston Early Childhood Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Creston Early Childhood Center is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Creston Early Childhood Center rank in IA?
Creston Early Childhood Center ranks #554 of 1,280 schools in IA.
What is Creston Early Childhood Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Creston Early Childhood Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Creston Early Childhood Center a charter school?
No, Creston Early Childhood Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Creston Early Childhood Center a Title I school?
No, Creston Early Childhood Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Creston Early Childhood Center?
43.4% of students at Creston 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 159
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 43.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Union County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.5%
- Phone
- (641) 782-2724
Resources & Links
District
Creston Comm School District- District Enrollment
- 1,426
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,338
- District Rank
- #4 of 4
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