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#655 of 1,791 schools in MA
Top 37% in state
Early Childhood Education Center
School · Springfield
15 Catherine Street, Springfield, MA 01109
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 64 schools in Springfield. Learn more
Enrollment
188
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
188
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Springfield
#21 of 67
public schools
In district
#21 of 61
Springfield
School environment
8.2 / 10
Very strong
About Early Childhood Education Center
# Early Childhood Education Center Early Childhood Education Center serves students in pre-kindergarten in Springfield, Massachusetts, a mid-size city in Hampden County. The school enrolls 188 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 9.9:1, with 19 full-time equivalent teachers on staff. The school holds a MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #473 out of 1,796 schools across Massachusetts, placing it in the 74th percentile statewide.
This positioning reflects solid performance within the state's educational landscape and suggests the school is meeting expectations for early childhood education. As a public pre-K program, Early Childhood Education Center provides a foundation for young learners beginning their formal educational journey. The favorable student-teacher ratio of approximately 10 students per teacher supports individualized attention during these critical early learning years.
Located on Catherine Street in Springfield, the school serves an important role in the community by offering accessible early childhood programming.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 188 students, Early Childhood Education Center is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 9.9:1, Early Childhood Education Center offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
0.3%
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 Early Childhood Education Center Compares
See how Early Childhood Education Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Location
15 Catherine Street, Springfield, MA 01109
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Early Childhood Education Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. Margaret C Ells (rated 6.9/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Springfield Transition Academy (rated 5.4/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Springfield, see our Springfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01109 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$46,821
Median Home Value
$203,100
Median Rent
$1,112/mo
Population
31,418
College Educated
17.3%
Homeownership
45.9%
Avg Commute
21.9 min
Poverty Rate
24.3%
Median Age
29.1
Community Profile
The community surrounding Early Childhood Education Center has a median household income of $46,821. It is a community where 17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $203,100, with a median rent of $1,112/month. The area has a poverty rate of 24.3%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Early Childhood Education Center
What grades does Early Childhood Education Center serve?
Early Childhood Education Center serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Early Childhood Education Center?
Early Childhood Education Center has an enrollment of approximately 188 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Early Childhood Education Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Early Childhood Education Center is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Early Childhood Education Center rank in MA?
Early Childhood Education Center is ranked #655 out of 1,791 schools in MA.
What is Early Childhood Education Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Early Childhood Education Center has a composite rating of 6.9 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 Early Childhood Education Center a charter school?
No, Early Childhood Education Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Early Childhood Education Center a Title I school?
No, Early Childhood Education Center is not currently a Title I school.
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Neighborhood Context
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 188
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Hampden County
- Phone
- (413) 787-7100
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Springfield- District Enrollment
- 23,693
- Schools in District
- 66
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,900
- District Rank
- #21 of 61
Other Schools in This District
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