Very Good
#1188 of 3,813 schools in IL
Top 31% in state
Stock Early Childhood Center
School · Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
7507 W Birchwood Ave, Chicago, IL 60631
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 623 schools in Chicago. Learn more
Enrollment
212
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
212
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Chicago
#200 of 629
public schools
In district
#199 of 621
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299
School environment
9.3 / 10
Exceptional
About Stock Early Childhood Center
Stock Early Childhood Center serves 212 prekindergarten students in Chicago's 60631 neighborhood, providing specialized early learning with an excellent student-teacher ratio of 10.1:1 across 21 full-time equivalent teachers. This regular public school has earned a solid MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #738 out of 3,819 schools statewide, placing it in the 81st percentile among Illinois schools. The center focuses exclusively on prekindergarten education, offering young learners a strong foundation during these critical early years.
With more than one teacher for every ten students, children receive individualized attention that supports their developmental needs and school readiness skills. Located on West Birchwood Avenue, Stock Early Childhood Center sits in an affluent, well-educated community where the median household income reaches $112,974 and 51% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher. The neighborhood maintains a low poverty rate of just 7%, with median home values of $407,400, reflecting the area's stability and investment in education.
Families in this northwest Chicago community of over 30,000 residents benefit from Stock Early Childhood Center's dedicated focus on early learning within a supportive, resource-rich environment that values educational achievement from the very start.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
17%
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 Stock Early Childhood Center Compares
See how Stock Early Childhood Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
7507 W Birchwood Ave, Chicago, IL 60631
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Stock Early Childhood Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. Hynes Elem School (rated 8.6/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Morton Grove), which scores notably higher. Another option is Eugene Field Elem School (rated 7.9/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Park Ridge), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Theodore Roosevelt Elem School (rated 7.9/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Park Ridge), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Eugene Field Elem School Park Ridge | 0.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Ebinger Elem School Chicago | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| ST PAUL OF THE CROSS SCHOOL Park Ridge | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Clarence E Culver School Niles | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Jefferson School Niles | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Emerson Middle School Niles | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| ST ANDREWS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Park Ridge | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| NOTRE DAME COLLEGE PREP Niles | 1.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Edison Park Elem School Chicago | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| LOGOS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Niles | 1.2 mi | 4.4 |
| RESURRECTION COLLEGE PREP HIGH SCHOOL Chicago | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Theodore Roosevelt Elem School Park Ridge | 1.6 mi | 7.9 |
| V H Nelson Elem School Niles | 1.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Norwood Park Elem School Chicago | 2.0 mi | 5.3 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Chicago | 2.1 mi | 5.6 |
| EMBERS ACADEMY Niles | 1.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Lincoln Middle School Park Ridge | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Hynes Elem School Morton Grove | 2.1 mi | 8.6 |
| Onahan Elem School Chicago | 1.9 mi | 5.5 |
| MARY, SEAT OF WISDOM SCHOOL Park Ridge | 2.0 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60631 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$117,688
Median Home Value
$431,400
Median Rent
$1,604/mo
Population
30,308
College Educated
50.1%
Homeownership
74.2%
Avg Commute
29.9 min
Poverty Rate
6.2%
Median Age
42.5
Community Profile
The community surrounding Stock Early Childhood Center has a median household income of $117,688. It is a well-educated community where 50% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $431,400, with a median rent of $1,604/month. The local poverty rate of 6.2% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Stock Early Childhood Center
What grades does Stock Early Childhood Center serve?
Stock Early Childhood Center serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Stock Early Childhood Center?
Stock Early Childhood Center has an enrollment of approximately 212 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Stock Early Childhood Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Stock Early Childhood Center is 10.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Stock Early Childhood Center rank in IL?
Stock Early Childhood Center is ranked #1188 out of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Stock Early Childhood Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Stock Early Childhood Center has a composite rating of 7.0 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Stock Early Childhood Center a charter school?
No, Stock Early Childhood Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Stock Early Childhood Center a Title I school?
No, Stock Early Childhood Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Stock Early Childhood Center?
17.0% of students at Stock 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
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 212
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 17.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cook County
- Phone
- (773) 534-1215
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Chicago Public Schools Dist 299- District Enrollment
- 322,809
- Schools in District
- 643
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,699
- District Rank
- #199 of 621
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