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#2149 of 3,192 schools in MI
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Perry Early Learning Center
Elementary School · Ypsilanti Community Schools
550 PERRY ST, Ypsilanti, MI 48197
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 25 schools in Ypsilanti. Learn more
Enrollment
258
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Enrollment
258
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#2,149 of 3,192
In Ypsilanti
#17 of 28
public schools
In district
#8 of 12
Ypsilanti Community Schools
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Perry Early Learning Center
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About Perry Early Learning Center
Perry Early Learning Center is a public elementary school in Ypsilanti, MI, part of Ypsilanti Community Schools. Perry Early Learning Center serves approximately 258 students, and covers grades Pre-K-1st, and has a 8.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Perry Early Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,149 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Based on limited data: 44% component coverage.
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 5.4
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 8.3:1 students to teachers, Perry Early Learning Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
87% of students at Perry Early Learning Center were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87.6%
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 Perry Early Learning Center Compares
See how Perry Early Learning Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
550 PERRY ST, Ypsilanti, MI 48197
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Perry Early Learning Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Global Tech Academy (rated 7.7/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ypsilanti International Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Holmes Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Ypsilanti, see our Ypsilanti schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48197 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,913
Median Home Value
$274,100
Median Rent
$1,203/mo
Population
65,911
College Educated
46.8%
Homeownership
53.5%
Avg Commute
23.7 min
Poverty Rate
13.2%
Median Age
33.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Breckenridge Elementary School Breckenridge, MI | 5.6 |
| Carson City Elementary School Carson City, MI | 5.6 |
| Frank E Weiss Elem School Woodhaven, MI | 5.6 |
| GUARDIAN ANGELS SCHOOL Clawson, MI | 5.6 |
| Keppen School Lincoln Park, MI | 5.6 |
| Marcellus Elementary School Marcellus, MI | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Perry Early Learning Center
What grades does Perry Early Learning Center serve?
Perry Early Learning Center serves students in grades Pre-K through 1st.
How many students attend Perry Early Learning Center?
Perry Early Learning Center has an enrollment of approximately 258 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Perry Early Learning Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Perry Early Learning Center is 8.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Perry Early Learning Center rank in MI?
Perry Early Learning Center ranks #2,149 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Perry Early Learning Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Perry Early Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Perry Early Learning Center a charter school?
No, Perry Early Learning Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Perry Early Learning Center a Title I school?
No, Perry Early Learning Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Perry Early Learning Center?
87.6% of students at Perry Early Learning Center 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 1st
- Enrollment
- 258
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Washtenaw County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 87.2%
- Phone
- (734) 221-1702
Resources & Links
District
Ypsilanti Community Schools- District Enrollment
- 3,747
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,355
- District Rank
- #8 of 12
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