Needs Improvement
#1239 of 1,280 schools in IA
Early Childhood Center
School · Independence Comm School District
1011 1st St W, Independence, IA 50644
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on IA statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
39
Student-Teacher
39:1
Score
2.9
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
39
Student-Teacher
39:1
Score
2.9
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Iowa schools
#1,239 of 1,280
In Independence
#4 of 4
public schools
In district
#4 of 4
Independence Comm School District
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Early Childhood Center
School in Independence · grades Pre-K – Pre-K. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
East Elementary School
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West Elementary School
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About Early Childhood Center
Early Childhood Center is a public school in Independence, IA, part of Independence Comm School District. Early Childhood Center serves approximately 39 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 39:1 student-teacher ratio. Early Childhood Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,239 of 1,280 schools in IA.
- This school 2.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.6
- IA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 39 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 39:1 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
20.5%
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
1011 1st St W, Independence, IA 50644
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Early Childhood Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. Jesup Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 8.1 miles away, in nearby Jesup), which scores notably higher. Another option is East Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Jesup Middle School (rated 7.3/10, 8.1 miles away, in nearby Jesup), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Independence, see our Independence schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| East Elementary School Independence | 0.1 mi | 7.6 |
| West Elementary School Independence | 0.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Independence Junior Senior High School Independence | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| ST JOHNS SCHOOL Independence | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| INDEPENDENCE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Independence | 1.4 mi | — |
| Perry #1 Elementary School Jesup | 6.0 mi | — |
| Prairie Grove Elementary School Jesup | 8.0 mi | — |
| Triumph Elementary School Jesup | 9.2 mi | 2.4 |
| ST ATHANASIUS SCHOOL Jesup | 8.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Jesup Elementary School Jesup | 8.1 mi | 7.9 |
| Jesup High School Jesup | 8.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Jesup Middle School Jesup | 8.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Rural Elementary School #2 Fairbank | 10.8 mi | — |
| East Buchanan Elementary School Winthrop | 8.6 mi | 6.3 |
| East Buchanan High School Winthrop | 8.6 mi | 6.6 |
| East Buchanan Middle School Winthrop | 8.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Rural Elementary School #1 Fairbank | 11.7 mi | — |
| Rural Elementary School #4 Fairbank | 11.9 mi | — |
| Little Husky Learning Center Oelwein | 14.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Oelwein High School Oelwein | 14.1 mi | 3.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 50644 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,861
Median Home Value
$174,000
Median Rent
$770/mo
Population
8,475
College Educated
23.7%
Homeownership
77.6%
Avg Commute
22.7 min
Poverty Rate
7.2%
Median Age
42.9
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 39 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Early Childhood Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Early Childhood Center is 39:1. 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 IA?
Early Childhood Center ranks #1,239 of 1,280 schools in IA.
What is Early Childhood Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Early Childhood Center 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 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?
20.5% 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
- 39
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 39:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 20.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Buchanan County
- Phone
- (319) 334-4780
Resources & Links
District
Independence Comm School District- District Enrollment
- 1,480
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,940
- District Rank
- #4 of 4
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