Below Average
#1009 of 1,280 schools in IA
Red Oak Early Childhood Center
School · Red Oak Comm School District
400 W. 2nd Street, Red Oak, IA 51566
Enrollment
50
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
50
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Iowa schools
#1,009 of 1,280
In Red Oak
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#2 of 3
Red Oak Comm School District
Academic growth
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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Red Oak Early Childhood Center
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About Red Oak Early Childhood Center
Red Oak Early Childhood Center is a public school in Red Oak, IA, part of Red Oak Comm School District. Red Oak Early Childhood Center serves approximately 50 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Red Oak Early Childhood Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,009 of 1,280 schools in IA.
Structured state assessment records for Red Oak Early Childhood Center show 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 4.5
- IA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 50 students, Red Oak 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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Red Oak Early Childhood Center — Students at Red Oak Early Childhood Center score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
70%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IA EDFACTS (2018-19)
Based on 22 test records from IA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.2/10.
How Red Oak Early Childhood Center Compares
See how Red Oak Early Childhood Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
400 W. 2nd Street, Red Oak, IA 51566
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Red Oak Early Childhood Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. Shenandoah High School (rated 8.7/10, 18.9 miles away, in nearby Shenandoah), which scores notably higher. Another option is Griswold Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 16.8 miles away, in nearby Griswold), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Griswold Middle/High School (rated 7.9/10, 16.8 miles away, in nearby Griswold), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Red Oak, see our Red Oak schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 20.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Inman Elementary School Red Oak | 1.0 mi | 3.3 |
| Red Oak Junior/Senior High School Red Oak | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Stanton Elementary School Stanton | 7.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Stanton High School Stanton | 7.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Essex Elementary School Essex | 13.0 mi | 3.9 |
| Essex Junior-Senior High School Essex | 13.0 mi | 6.4 |
| East Mills Elementary School Hastings | 12.1 mi | 3.9 |
| Griswold Middle/High School Griswold | 16.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Griswold Elementary Griswold | 16.8 mi | 8.6 |
| Sylvia Enarson Elementary School Villisca | 14.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Southwest Valley Middle School Villisca | 14.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Logan Preschool Shenandoah | 18.8 mi | 2.9 |
| Shenandoah High School Shenandoah | 18.9 mi | 8.7 |
| IGNITE Online & Personalized Learning Shenandoah | 18.9 mi | 3.5 |
| Shenandoah Elementary School Shenandoah | 19.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Shenandoah Middle School Shenandoah | 19.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Carson Elementary Carson | 18.6 mi | 4.2 |
| CLARINDA LUTHERAN SCHOOL Clarinda | 20.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Riverside Middle/Senior High School Oakland | 21.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Clarinda High School Clarinda | 20.9 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 51566 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,264
Median Home Value
$116,200
Median Rent
$783/mo
Population
7,004
College Educated
18.5%
Homeownership
68.3%
Avg Commute
18.9 min
Poverty Rate
13.6%
Median Age
42.6
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Red Oak Early Childhood Center
What grades does Red Oak Early Childhood Center serve?
Red Oak Early Childhood Center serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Red Oak Early Childhood Center?
Red Oak Early Childhood Center has an enrollment of approximately 50 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Red Oak Early Childhood Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Red Oak Early Childhood Center is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Red Oak Early Childhood Center rank in IA?
Red Oak Early Childhood Center ranks #1,009 of 1,280 schools in IA.
What is Red Oak Early Childhood Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Red Oak Early Childhood Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Red Oak Early Childhood Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Red Oak Early Childhood Center has 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
Is Red Oak Early Childhood Center a charter school?
No, Red Oak Early Childhood Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Red Oak Early Childhood Center a Title I school?
No, Red Oak Early Childhood Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Red Oak Early Childhood Center?
70.0% of students at Red Oak 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 – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 50
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 70.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Montgomery County
- Phone
- (712) 623-6630
Resources & Links
District
Red Oak Comm School District- District Enrollment
- 1,013
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,936
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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