Needs Improvement
#1664 of 1,793 schools in MA
Shining Star Early Childhood Center
School · Milford
31 West Fountain Street, Milford, MA 01757
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on MA statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
154
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
154
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,664 of 1,793
In Milford
#5 of 6
public schools
In district
#5 of 6
Milford
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About Shining Star Early Childhood Center
Shining Star Early Childhood Center is a public school in Milford, MA, part of Milford. Shining Star Early Childhood Center serves approximately 154 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Shining Star Early Childhood Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,664 of 1,793 schools in MA.
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.8
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 154 students, Shining Star Early Childhood Center 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.
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How Shining Star Early Childhood Center Compares
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Location
31 West Fountain Street, Milford, MA 01757
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Shining Star Early Childhood Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. Bellingham Early Childhood Center (rated 3.6/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Bellingham), with a very similar rating. Another option is Hopkinton Pre-School (rated 3.5/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Hopkinton), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Park Street School (rated 3.4/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Hopedale), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Milford, see our Milford schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Milford High Milford | 0.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Brookside Milford | 0.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Woodland Milford | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Memorial Milford | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Park Street School Hopedale | 0.9 mi | 3.4 |
| Stacy Middle Milford | 0.8 mi | 3.3 |
| Memorial Hopedale | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Hopedale Jr Sr High Hopedale | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
| EVERGREEN CENTER Milford | 2.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Miscoe Hill School Mendon | 2.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Henry P Clough Mendon | 2.9 mi | 6.8 |
| RIVERSIDE SCHOOL Milford | 2.3 mi | — |
| BETHANY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mendon | 3.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Hopkins Elementary School Hopkinton | 4.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Marathon Elementary School Hopkinton | 4.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Hopkinton High Hopkinton | 4.9 mi | 8.3 |
| Hopkinton Middle School Hopkinton | 5.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Hopkinton Pre-School Hopkinton | 5.0 mi | 3.5 |
| Elmwood Hopkinton | 5.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Bellingham Early Childhood Center Bellingham | 4.3 mi | 3.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01757 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,951
Median Home Value
$444,100
Median Rent
$1,702/mo
Population
30,473
College Educated
33.9%
Homeownership
68.4%
Avg Commute
35.8 min
Poverty Rate
8.3%
Median Age
39.1
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Shining Star Early Childhood Center
What grades does Shining Star Early Childhood Center serve?
Shining Star Early Childhood Center serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Shining Star Early Childhood Center?
Shining Star Early Childhood Center has an enrollment of approximately 154 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Shining Star Early Childhood Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Shining Star Early Childhood Center is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Shining Star Early Childhood Center rank in MA?
Shining Star Early Childhood Center ranks #1,664 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Shining Star Early Childhood Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Shining Star Early Childhood Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Shining Star Early Childhood Center a charter school?
No, Shining Star Early Childhood Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Shining Star Early Childhood Center a Title I school?
No, Shining Star Early Childhood Center is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 154
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Worcester County
- Phone
- (508) 478-1135
Resources & Links
District
Milford- District Enrollment
- 4,413
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,908
- District Rank
- #5 of 6
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