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#1278 of 1,992 schools in MN
Grand Rapids Early Childhood Center
School · GRAND RAPIDS PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
601 SW 7TH ST, Grand Rapids, MN 55744
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on MN statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
62
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
62
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,278 of 1,992
In Grand Rapids
#6 of 7
public schools
In district
#8 of 10
GRAND RAPIDS PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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Grand Rapids Early Childhood Center
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Grand Rapids Area Learning Center
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About Grand Rapids Early Childhood Center
Grand Rapids Early Childhood Center is a public school in Grand Rapids, MN, part of GRAND RAPIDS PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Grand Rapids Early Childhood Center serves approximately 62 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 10.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Grand Rapids Early Childhood Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,278 of 1,992 schools in MN.
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 7.0
- MN avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 62 students, Grand Rapids 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.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77.4%
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 Grand Rapids Early Childhood Center Compares
See how Grand Rapids Early Childhood Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
601 SW 7TH ST, Grand Rapids, MN 55744
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Grand Rapids Early Childhood Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. East Rapids Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is GREENWAY SENIOR HIGH (rated 8.7/10, 6.8 miles away, in nearby Coleraine), which scores notably higher. Additionally, West Rapids Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Grand Rapids, see our Grand Rapids schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GRAND RAPIDS AREA LEARNING CENTER Grand Rapids | 0.0 mi | 5.1 |
| GRAND RAPIDS SENIOR HIGH Grand Rapids | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
| West Rapids Elementary Grand Rapids | 1.2 mi | 8.4 |
| ROBERT J. ELKINGTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Grand Rapids | 1.7 mi | 7.6 |
| MIDDLE AREA LEARNING CENTER Grand Rapids | 1.7 mi | — |
| East Rapids Elementary Grand Rapids | 1.8 mi | 8.8 |
| ITASKIN EDUCATION CENTER Grand Rapids | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| COHASSET ELEMENTARY Cohasset | 4.7 mi | 7.7 |
| VANDYKE ELEMENTARY Coleraine | 6.8 mi | 6.7 |
| GREENWAY MIDDLE Coleraine | 6.8 mi | 6.1 |
| GREENWAY SENIOR HIGH Coleraine | 6.8 mi | 8.7 |
| BLACKBERRY SDA SCHOOL Grand Rapids | 7.6 mi | — |
| HILL CITY ELEMENTARY Hill City | 16.4 mi | 5.6 |
| HILL CITY SENIOR HIGH Hill City | 16.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Hill City Middle School Hill City | 16.4 mi | 5.3 |
| MARBLE EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Marble | 13.0 mi | — |
| KING ELEMENTARY Deer River | 13.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Deer River Schools SPED Deer River | 13.9 mi | — |
| DEER RIVER SECONDARY Deer River | 14.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Deer River High School ALP Deer River | 14.1 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55744 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,213
Median Home Value
$232,700
Median Rent
$1,014/mo
Population
20,469
College Educated
29.7%
Homeownership
74.6%
Avg Commute
19.9 min
Poverty Rate
12%
Median Age
47.3
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Grand Rapids Early Childhood Center
What grades does Grand Rapids Early Childhood Center serve?
Grand Rapids Early Childhood Center serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Grand Rapids Early Childhood Center?
Grand Rapids Early Childhood Center has an enrollment of approximately 62 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Grand Rapids Early Childhood Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Grand Rapids Early Childhood Center is 10.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Grand Rapids Early Childhood Center rank in MN?
Grand Rapids Early Childhood Center ranks #1,278 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Grand Rapids Early Childhood Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Grand Rapids Early Childhood Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Grand Rapids Early Childhood Center a charter school?
No, Grand Rapids Early Childhood Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Grand Rapids Early Childhood Center a Title I school?
No, Grand Rapids Early Childhood Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Grand Rapids Early Childhood Center?
77.4% of students at Grand Rapids Early Childhood 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
- 62
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.4%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Itasca County
- Phone
- (218) 327-5572
Resources & Links
District
GRAND RAPIDS PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 4,024
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,391
- District Rank
- #8 of 10
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