Below Average
#1099 of 1,280 schools in IA
Early Childhood Center
School · West Liberty Comm School District
806 N Miller St, West Liberty, IA 52776
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on IA statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
71
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
71
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Iowa schools
#1,099 of 1,280
In West Liberty
#2 of 4
public schools
In district
#2 of 4
West Liberty Comm School District
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Early Childhood Center
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About Early Childhood Center
Early Childhood Center is a public school in West Liberty, IA, part of West Liberty Comm School District. Early Childhood Center serves approximately 71 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Early Childhood Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,099 of 1,280 schools in IA.
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 4.2
- IA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 71 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 sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
63.4%
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 Early Childhood Center Compares
See how Early Childhood Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
806 N Miller St, West Liberty, IA 52776
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Early Childhood Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. Susan Clark Junior High (rated 8.5/10, 14.1 miles away, in nearby Muscatine), which scores notably higher. Another option is Herbert Hoover Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 11.8 miles away, in nearby Iowa City), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SCATTERGOOD FRIENDS SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby West Branch), which scores notably higher. For more schools in West Liberty, see our West Liberty schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 52776 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,947
Median Home Value
$197,900
Median Rent
$748/mo
Population
5,023
College Educated
18.8%
Homeownership
76.8%
Avg Commute
20.5 min
Poverty Rate
6%
Median Age
37.5
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 71 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Early Childhood Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Early Childhood Center is 14.2:1. 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 #1,099 of 1,280 schools in IA.
What is Early Childhood Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Early Childhood Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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?
63.4% 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
- 71
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 63.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Muscatine County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.1%
- Phone
- (319) 627-5089
Resources & Links
District
West Liberty Comm School District- District Enrollment
- 1,282
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,648
- District Rank
- #2 of 4
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