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Early Childhood Center at the Doyle School
School · Wakefield
11 Paul Avenue, Wakefield, MA 01880
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on MA statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
135
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
135
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,354 of 1,793
In Wakefield
#8 of 8
public schools
In district
#7 of 7
Wakefield
School environment
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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Early Childhood Center at the Doyle School
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About Early Childhood Center at the Doyle School
Early Childhood Center at the Doyle School is a public school in Wakefield, MA, part of Wakefield. Early Childhood Center at the Doyle School serves approximately 135 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Early Childhood Center at the Doyle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,354 of 1,793 schools in MA.
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 7.2
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 135 students, Early Childhood Center at the Doyle School 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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Test Scores
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How Early Childhood Center at the Doyle School Compares
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Location
11 Paul Avenue, Wakefield, MA 01880
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Early Childhood Center at the Doyle School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Woodville School (rated 9.2/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is South (rated 8.8/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Stoneham), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Galvin Middle School (rated 8.6/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Wakefield, see our Wakefield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Wakefield | 0.5 mi | 4.7 |
| Galvin Middle School Wakefield | 0.7 mi | 8.6 |
| Walton Wakefield | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Stoneham Central Middle School Stoneham | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| ST PATRICK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Stoneham | 1.1 mi | 4.2 |
| Greenwood Wakefield | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Stoneham High Stoneham | 1.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Colonial Park Stoneham | 1.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Robin Hood Stoneham | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| South Stoneham | 1.7 mi | 8.8 |
| GREATER BOSTON ACADEMY Stoneham | 1.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Roosevelt Melrose | 2.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Dolbeare Wakefield | 1.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Wakefield Memorial High Wakefield | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Woodville School Wakefield | 1.6 mi | 9.2 |
| Melrose Middle Melrose | 2.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Early Childhood Center Melrose | 2.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Melrose High Melrose | 2.2 mi | 8.5 |
| Horace Mann Melrose | 2.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Joshua Eaton Reading | 2.1 mi | 8.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01880 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$130,419
Median Home Value
$670,100
Median Rent
$1,872/mo
Population
27,258
College Educated
57.1%
Homeownership
70.5%
Avg Commute
31.8 min
Poverty Rate
4.6%
Median Age
42.9
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Early Childhood Center at the Doyle School
What grades does Early Childhood Center at the Doyle School serve?
Early Childhood Center at the Doyle School serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Early Childhood Center at the Doyle School?
Early Childhood Center at the Doyle School has an enrollment of approximately 135 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Early Childhood Center at the Doyle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Early Childhood Center at the Doyle School is 13.5:1. 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 at the Doyle School rank in MA?
Early Childhood Center at the Doyle School ranks #1,354 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Early Childhood Center at the Doyle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Early Childhood Center at the Doyle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 at the Doyle School a charter school?
No, Early Childhood Center at the Doyle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Early Childhood Center at the Doyle School a Title I school?
No, Early Childhood Center at the Doyle School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 135
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Phone
- (781) 246-6420
Resources & Links
District
Wakefield- District Enrollment
- 3,365
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,976
- District Rank
- #7 of 7
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