Very Good
#528 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 29% in state
Based on limited data
Early Childhood Center
Elementary School · Dedham
1100 High Street, Dedham, MA 02026
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on MA statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
344
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
344
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#528 of 1,793
In Dedham
#3 of 7
public schools
In district
#3 of 7
Dedham
School environment
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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Early Childhood Center
Elementary School in Dedham · grades Pre-K – Kindergarten. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Early Childhood Center
Early Childhood Center is a public elementary school in Dedham, MA, part of Dedham. Early Childhood Center serves approximately 344 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Kindergarten, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Early Childhood Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #528 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 7.0
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Test Scores
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How Early Childhood Center Compares
See how Early Childhood Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1100 High Street, Dedham, MA 02026
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Early Childhood Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Greenlodge (rated 9.0/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Broadmeadow (rated 8.5/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Needham), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Downey (rated 8.2/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Westwood), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Dedham, see our Dedham schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| URSULINE ACADEMY Dedham | 0.5 mi | 4.9 |
| DEDHAM COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Dedham | 0.6 mi | 7.6 |
| NOBLE AND GREENOUGH SCHOOL Dedham | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| THE RASHI SCHOOL Dedham | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Dedham Middle School Dedham | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Riverdale Dedham | 1.8 mi | 5.4 |
| XAVERIAN BROTHERS HIGH SCHOOL Westwood | 2.1 mi | 3.4 |
| Dedham High Dedham | 1.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Avery Dedham | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Downey Westwood | 2.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Westwood Integrated Preschool Westwood | 2.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Westwood High Westwood | 2.3 mi | 8.6 |
| Broadmeadow Needham | 2.4 mi | 8.5 |
| E W Thurston Middle Westwood | 2.3 mi | 9.4 |
| Oakdale Dedham | 2.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Kilmer K-8 School West Roxbury | 2.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Beethoven Elementary School West Roxbury | 2.3 mi | 4.1 |
| CATHOLIC MEMORIAL West Roxbury | 2.6 mi | 5.2 |
| John P Oldham Norwood | 3.0 mi | 4.2 |
| Greenlodge Dedham | 2.4 mi | 9.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02026 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$124,375
Median Home Value
$630,400
Median Rent
$2,058/mo
Population
25,109
College Educated
55.1%
Homeownership
72.7%
Avg Commute
30.2 min
Poverty Rate
4.6%
Median Age
43.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Annie L Sargent School North Andover, MA | 7.3 |
| Bernardston Elementary Bernardston, MA | 7.3 |
| Bowen Newton Centre, MA | 7.3 |
| East Fairhaven Fairhaven, MA | 7.3 |
| Fisher Walpole, MA | 7.3 |
| Golden Hill Haverhill, MA | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Early Childhood Center
What grades does Early Childhood Center serve?
Early Childhood Center serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.
How many students attend Early Childhood Center?
Early Childhood Center has an enrollment of approximately 344 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Early Childhood Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Early Childhood Center is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Early Childhood Center rank in MA?
Early Childhood Center ranks #528 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Early Childhood Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Early Childhood Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Early Childhood Center a charter school?
No, Early Childhood Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Early Childhood Center a Title I school?
No, Early Childhood Center is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 344
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Norfolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.7%
- Phone
- (781) 310-8000
Resources & Links
District
Dedham- District Enrollment
- 2,699
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,360
- District Rank
- #3 of 7
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