Needs Improvement
#1246 of 1,280 schools in IA
Prairie Early Childhood Center
School · College Comm School District
401 7th Avenue SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 39 schools in Cedar Rapids. Learn more
Enrollment
79
Student-Teacher
26.3:1
Score
2.8
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
79
Student-Teacher
26.3:1
Score
2.8
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Iowa schools
#1,246 of 1,280
In Cedar Rapids
#39 of 40
public schools
In district
#10 of 10
College Comm School District
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Prairie Early Childhood Center
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About Prairie Early Childhood Center
Prairie Early Childhood Center is a public school in Cedar Rapids, IA, part of College Comm School District. Prairie Early Childhood Center serves approximately 79 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 26.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Prairie Early Childhood Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,246 of 1,280 schools in IA.
- This school 2.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.6
- IA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 79 students, Prairie 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.
Prairie Early Childhood Center runs 26.3:1 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
36.7%
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 Prairie Early Childhood Center Compares
See how Prairie Early Childhood Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
401 7th Avenue SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Prairie Early Childhood Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. Prairie View Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Prairie Ridge Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Prairie Hill Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cedar Rapids, see our Cedar Rapids schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Prairie Hill Elementary School Cedar Rapids | 0.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Prairie Point Cedar Rapids | 0.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Prairie Heights Elementary School Cedar Rapids | 0.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Prairie View Elementary School Cedar Rapids | 0.3 mi | 8.4 |
| Prairie Crest Elementary Cedar Rapids | 0.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Prairie Ridge Elementary Cedar Rapids | 0.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Prairie Creek Cedar Rapids | 0.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Prairie High School Cedar Rapids | 0.6 mi | 4.5 |
| Prairie Edge Cedar Rapids | 1.3 mi | 3.5 |
| Grant Elementary School Cedar Rapids | 3.4 mi | 2.8 |
| Wilson Middle School Cedar Rapids | 3.7 mi | 3.8 |
| Metro High School Cedar Rapids | 4.8 mi | 3.7 |
| Cedar River Academy at Taylor Cedar Rapids | 4.8 mi | 3.7 |
| Van Buren Elementary School Cedar Rapids | 4.4 mi | 3.4 |
| Thomas Jefferson High School Cedar Rapids | 4.8 mi | 3.0 |
| McKinley STEAM Academy Cedar Rapids | 5.3 mi | 4.3 |
| Roosevelt Creative Corridor Business Academy Cedar Rapids | 5.3 mi | 4.5 |
| Grant Wood Elementary School Cedar Rapids | 5.4 mi | 4.1 |
| ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Cedar Rapids | 5.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Cleveland Elementary School Cedar Rapids | 5.3 mi | 2.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 52404 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,304
Median Home Value
$159,700
Median Rent
$885/mo
Population
42,582
College Educated
22.5%
Homeownership
67.4%
Avg Commute
18.6 min
Poverty Rate
12.5%
Median Age
33.7
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Prairie Early Childhood Center
What grades does Prairie Early Childhood Center serve?
Prairie Early Childhood Center serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Prairie Early Childhood Center?
Prairie Early Childhood Center has an enrollment of approximately 79 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Prairie Early Childhood Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Prairie Early Childhood Center is 26.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Prairie Early Childhood Center rank in IA?
Prairie Early Childhood Center ranks #1,246 of 1,280 schools in IA.
What is Prairie Early Childhood Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Prairie Early Childhood Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Prairie Early Childhood Center a charter school?
No, Prairie Early Childhood Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Prairie Early Childhood Center a Title I school?
No, Prairie Early Childhood Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Prairie Early Childhood Center?
36.7% of students at Prairie 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
- 79
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 26.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 36.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Linn County
- Phone
- (319) 848-5296
Resources & Links
District
College Comm School District- District Enrollment
- 5,749
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,061
- District Rank
- #10 of 10
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