Average
#959 of 1,280 schools in IA
East Early Childhood Ctr
School · Storm Lake Comm School District
930 E 5th, Storm Lake, IA 50588
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on IA statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
110
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
110
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Iowa schools
#959 of 1,280
In Storm Lake
#2 of 6
public schools
In district
#2 of 6
Storm Lake Comm School District
School environment
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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East Early Childhood Ctr
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About East Early Childhood Ctr
East Early Childhood Ctr is a public school in Storm Lake, IA, part of Storm Lake Comm School District. East Early Childhood Ctr serves approximately 110 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. East Early Childhood Ctr has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #959 of 1,280 schools in IA.
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 4.4
- IA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 110 students, East Early Childhood Ctr 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
54.5%
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 East Early Childhood Ctr Compares
See how East Early Childhood Ctr performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
930 E 5th, Storm Lake, IA 50588
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering East Early Childhood Ctr may also want to explore other schools in the area. Schaller-Crestland Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 11.6 miles away, in nearby Schaller), which scores notably higher. Another option is Alta-Aurelia Middle School (rated 9.0/10, 13.2 miles away, in nearby Aurelia), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Alta Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby Alta), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Storm Lake, see our Storm Lake schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 18.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 50588 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,475
Median Home Value
$178,800
Median Rent
$836/mo
Population
13,346
College Educated
23.1%
Homeownership
67%
Avg Commute
11.7 min
Poverty Rate
8.6%
Median Age
32
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about East Early Childhood Ctr
What grades does East Early Childhood Ctr serve?
East Early Childhood Ctr serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend East Early Childhood Ctr?
East Early Childhood Ctr has an enrollment of approximately 110 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at East Early Childhood Ctr?
The student-teacher ratio at East Early Childhood Ctr is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does East Early Childhood Ctr rank in IA?
East Early Childhood Ctr ranks #959 of 1,280 schools in IA.
What is East Early Childhood Ctr's MySchoolScout rating?
East Early Childhood Ctr has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is East Early Childhood Ctr a charter school?
No, East Early Childhood Ctr is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is East Early Childhood Ctr a Title I school?
No, East Early Childhood Ctr is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for East Early Childhood Ctr?
54.5% of students at East Early Childhood Ctr 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
- 110
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 54.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Buena Vista County
- Phone
- (712) 732-8076
Resources & Links
District
Storm Lake Comm School District- District Enrollment
- 2,933
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,455
- District Rank
- #2 of 6
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