Below Average
#1794 of 1,992 schools in MN
Early Education Center
School · ALEXANDRIA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
1410 MCKAY AVE S STE #102, Alexandria, MN 56308
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on MN statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
139
Student-Teacher
17.4:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
139
Student-Teacher
17.4:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,794 of 1,992
In Alexandria
#8 of 8
public schools
In district
#9 of 9
ALEXANDRIA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
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Early Education Center
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About Early Education Center
Early Education Center is a public school in Alexandria, MN, part of ALEXANDRIA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Early Education Center serves approximately 139 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 17.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Early Education Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,794 of 1,992 schools in MN.
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 6.6
- MN avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 139 students, Early Education 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.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
50.4%
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 Education Center Compares
See how Early Education Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1410 MCKAY AVE S STE #102, Alexandria, MN 56308
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Early Education Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. GARFIELD ELEMENTARY (rated 7.7/10, 7.8 miles away, in nearby Garfield), which scores notably higher. Another option is WOODLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NEW TESTAMENT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Alexandria, see our Alexandria schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WOODLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Alexandria | 0.0 mi | 7.5 |
| ZION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Alexandria | 1.1 mi | 4.5 |
| Discovery Middle School Alexandria | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| ST MARYS SCHOOL Alexandria | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Alexandria Area High School Alexandria | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Runestone Alternative School Alexandria | 1.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Kalon Prep Academy Alexandria | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
| LINCOLN ELEMENTARY Alexandria | 1.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Lakes Country Academy - ALEX Fergus Falls | 1.8 mi | — |
| VOYAGER ELEMENTARY Alexandria | 2.5 mi | 6.5 |
| NEW TESTAMENT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Alexandria | 2.5 mi | 7.4 |
| CARLOS ELEMENTARY Carlos | 7.5 mi | 6.8 |
| GARFIELD ELEMENTARY Garfield | 7.8 mi | 7.7 |
| MILTONA ELEMENTARY Miltona | 12.0 mi | 6.8 |
| ST AGNES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Osakis | 9.5 mi | 4.5 |
| OSAKIS SECONDARY Osakis | 9.8 mi | 7.1 |
| OSAKIS ELEMENTARY Osakis | 9.9 mi | 7.4 |
| MINNEWASKA AREA ELEMENTARY Glenwood | 16.0 mi | 6.9 |
| MINNEWASKA EARLY CHILDHOOD SP.ED. Glenwood | 16.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Brandon Elementary Brandon | 13.3 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 56308 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,831
Median Home Value
$307,600
Median Rent
$921/mo
Population
26,695
College Educated
33.2%
Homeownership
72.6%
Avg Commute
18.5 min
Poverty Rate
7.8%
Median Age
42.9
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Early Education Center
What grades does Early Education Center serve?
Early Education Center serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Early Education Center?
Early Education Center has an enrollment of approximately 139 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Early Education Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Early Education Center is 17.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Early Education Center rank in MN?
Early Education Center ranks #1,794 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Early Education Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Early Education Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Early Education Center a charter school?
No, Early Education Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Early Education Center a Title I school?
No, Early Education Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Early Education Center?
50.4% of students at Early Education 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 139
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 50.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Douglas County
- Phone
- (320) 762-3305
Resources & Links
District
ALEXANDRIA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 4,021
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,622
- District Rank
- #9 of 9
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