Below Average
#3066 of 3,813 schools in IL
District 99 Early Childhood Ctr
School · Cicero SD 99
5330 W 35th St, Cicero, IL 60804
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 16 schools in Cicero. Learn more
Enrollment
177
Student-Teacher
22.1:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
177
Student-Teacher
22.1:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#3,066 of 3,813
In Cicero
#16 of 17
public schools
In district
#14 of 15
Cicero SD 99
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District 99 Early Childhood Ctr
School in Cicero · grades Pre-K – Pre-K. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Drexel Elem School
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About District 99 Early Childhood Ctr
District 99 Early Childhood Ctr is a public school in Cicero, IL, part of Cicero SD 99. District 99 Early Childhood Ctr serves approximately 177 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 22.1:1 student-teacher ratio. District 99 Early Childhood Ctr has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,066 of 3,813 schools in IL.
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 5.6
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 177 students, District 99 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.
District 99 Early Childhood Ctr runs 22.1:1 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
82.5%
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 District 99 Early Childhood Ctr Compares
See how District 99 Early Childhood Ctr performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5330 W 35th St, Cicero, IL 60804
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering District 99 Early Childhood Ctr may also want to explore other schools in the area. Infinity Math Science & Tech HS (rated 7.6/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Chicago), which scores notably higher. Another option is Zapata Elem Academy (rated 7.4/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Chicago), which scores notably higher. Additionally, World Language High School (rated 7.2/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Chicago), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cicero, see our Cicero schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Drexel Elem School Cicero | 0.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Columbus East Elem School Cicero | 0.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Columbus West Elementary School Cicero | 0.5 mi | 4.8 |
| OUR LADY OF CHARITY SCHOOL Cicero | 0.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Cicero East Elem School Cicero | 0.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Abe Lincoln Elem School Cicero | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Goodwin Elementary School Cicero | 1.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Sherlock Elem School Cicero | 1.4 mi | 4.0 |
| Woodrow Wilson Elem School Cicero | 1.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Cicero West Elementary School Cicero | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| World Language High School Chicago | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| School of Social Justice HS Chicago | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Multicultural Arts High School Chicago | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Infinity Math Science & Tech HS Chicago | 1.2 mi | 7.6 |
| J Sterling Morton East High Sch Cicero | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Unity Jr High School Cicero | 1.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Hearst Elem School Chicago | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| OUR LADY OF THE SNOWS SCHOOL Chicago | 1.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Zapata Elem Academy Chicago | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Freedom Middle School Berwyn | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60804 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,548
Median Home Value
$236,000
Median Rent
$1,121/mo
Population
83,223
College Educated
11%
Homeownership
54.6%
Avg Commute
29.7 min
Poverty Rate
13.1%
Median Age
34.3
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about District 99 Early Childhood Ctr
What grades does District 99 Early Childhood Ctr serve?
District 99 Early Childhood Ctr serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend District 99 Early Childhood Ctr?
District 99 Early Childhood Ctr has an enrollment of approximately 177 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at District 99 Early Childhood Ctr?
The student-teacher ratio at District 99 Early Childhood Ctr is 22.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does District 99 Early Childhood Ctr rank in IL?
District 99 Early Childhood Ctr ranks #3,066 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is District 99 Early Childhood Ctr's MySchoolScout rating?
District 99 Early Childhood Ctr has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is District 99 Early Childhood Ctr a charter school?
No, District 99 Early Childhood Ctr is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is District 99 Early Childhood Ctr a Title I school?
No, District 99 Early Childhood Ctr is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for District 99 Early Childhood Ctr?
82.5% of students at District 99 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
- 177
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 82.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Phone
- (708) 982-4500
Resources & Links
District
Cicero SD 99- District Enrollment
- 8,598
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,162
- District Rank
- #14 of 15
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