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#719 of 1,823 schools in IN

Top 39% in state

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Early Learning Center-george Earle

Elementary School · School City of Hobart

400 N Wilson St, Hobart, IN 46342

Enrollment

304

Student-Teacher

20.3:1

Score

6.9

Grades

Pre-K – Kindergarten

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Indiana schools

#719 of 1,823

In Hobart

#1 of 9

public schools

In district

#1 of 6

School City of Hobart

Equity

10.0 / 10

Excellent

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Early Learning Center-george Earle

6.9/10

Elementary School in Hobart · grades Pre-K – Kindergarten. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.8/10

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About Early Learning Center-george Earle

Early Learning Center-george Earle is a public elementary school in Hobart, IN, part of School City of Hobart. Early Learning Center-george Earle serves approximately 304 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Kindergarten, and has a 20.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Early Learning Center-george Earle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #719 of 1,823 schools in IN.

Structured state assessment records for Early Learning Center-george Earle show 72% math proficiency (2009 EdFacts) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (2009 EdFacts). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • District avg 6.2
  • IN avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

Early Learning Center-george Earle runs 20.3:1 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

Partial Profile · 2/3 metrics
Student ProgressNot Available

Requires 2+ years of test data

Academics9.9Excellent60%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency72% (2009 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency77% (2009 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency75% (2009 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2009 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+41.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile98th
Resources & Environment2.4Needs Improvement40%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio20.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,086
Chronic Absenteeism23.4%

Early Learning Center-george Earle — Students at Early Learning Center-george Earle score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

62.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Component weights adjusted due to data availability.

Test Scores IN EDFACTS (2008-09)

Math Proficiency 72.0% (2009 EdFacts)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 77.0% (2009 EdFacts)
School
State
N/A

Based on 2 test records from IN state assessments. About our data

How Early Learning Center-george Earle Compares

See how Early Learning Center-george Earle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.9/10
61th percentile in IN
Academic
9.9/10
Excellent
Environment
2.4/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
63%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
15 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.4%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

400 N Wilson St, Hobart, IN 46342

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Early Learning Center-george Earle may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 2.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Joan Martin Elementary School (rated 6.4/10, 2.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Veterans Elementary School at Mundell (rated 5.8/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Hobart, see our Hobart schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Veterans Elementary School at Mundell Hobart 0.6 mi 5.8
River Forest Middle School Hobart 0.9 mi 3.4
River Forest High School Hobart 1.0 mi 3.9
Henry S Evans Elementary School Lake Station 1.3 mi 4.0
Alexander Hamilton Elementary Sch Lake Station 1.6 mi 4.1
John I Meister Elementary School Hobart 1.5 mi 2.6
Hobart Middle School Hobart 1.6 mi 5.6
Joan Martin Elementary School Hobart 2.0 mi 6.4
TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Hobart 2.1 mi 7.0
Liberty Elementary School Hobart 1.9 mi 5.5
Gary Career Center Gary 2.0 mi
Gary Virtual Academy Gary 2.0 mi 3.9
Mary M Bethune Early Child Dev Ctr Gary 2.8 mi 2.9
Bailly Middle School Gary 2.4 mi 5.0
Thomas A Edison Jr-Sr HS Lake Station 2.9 mi 3.4
MY SAFARI PREPARATORY ACADEMY GEORGIA ST. CAMPUS Gary 2.7 mi
Hobart High School Hobart 3.0 mi 5.5
MY SAFARI PREPARATORY ACADEMY Gary 3.0 mi
Daniel Hale Williams Elem Sch Gary 3.5 mi 1.7
Virgil I Bailey Elementary School Lake Station 3.5 mi 3.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 46342 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$72,163

Median Home Value

$193,400

Median Rent

$1,110/mo

Population

32,525

College Educated

21.4%

Homeownership

75.1%

Avg Commute

27.8 min

Poverty Rate

14.7%

Median Age

38.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Early Learning Center-george Earle

What grades does Early Learning Center-george Earle serve?

Early Learning Center-george Earle serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.

How many students attend Early Learning Center-george Earle?

Early Learning Center-george Earle has an enrollment of approximately 304 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Early Learning Center-george Earle?

The student-teacher ratio at Early Learning Center-george Earle is 20.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Early Learning Center-george Earle rank in IN?

Early Learning Center-george Earle ranks #719 of 1,823 schools in IN.

What is Early Learning Center-george Earle's MySchoolScout rating?

Early Learning Center-george Earle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Early Learning Center-george Earle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Early Learning Center-george Earle has 72% math proficiency (2009 EdFacts) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (2009 EdFacts).

Is Early Learning Center-george Earle a charter school?

No, Early Learning Center-george Earle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Early Learning Center-george Earle a Title I school?

No, Early Learning Center-george Earle is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Early Learning Center-george Earle?

62.5% of students at Early Learning Center-george Earle 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
47 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
304
Student-Teacher Ratio
20.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
15
Free/Reduced Lunch
62.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Lake County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.4%

District

School City of Hobart
District Enrollment
4,058
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,086
District Rank
#1 of 6

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