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#2053 of 2,221 schools in MO

Early Child. Family Educ Ctr.

School · FRANCIS HOWELL R-III

2555 HACKMANN RD, St. Charles, MO 63303

Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 28 schools in St. Charles. Learn more

Enrollment

237

Student-Teacher

18.2:1

Score

3.9

Grades

Pre-K – Pre-K

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#2,053 of 2,221

In St. Charles

#33 of 33

public schools

In district

#21 of 21

FRANCIS HOWELL R-III

Academic performance

8.0 / 10

Excellent

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Early Child. Family Educ Ctr.

3.9/10

School in St. Charles · grades Pre-K – Pre-K. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Francis Howell North High

7.1/10

0.3 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Henderson Elem.

5.7/10

0.2 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Early Child. Family Educ Ctr.

Early Child. Family Educ Ctr. is a public school in St. Charles, MO, part of FRANCIS HOWELL R-III.

Early Child. Family Educ Ctr. serves approximately 237 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 18.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Early Child.

Family Educ Ctr. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,053 of 2,221 schools in MO.

How it compares2.5 pts below district
  • This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 6.4
  • MO avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student ProgressNot Available

Requires 2+ years of test data

Academics8.0Excellent29%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.·Area estimate · Based on 28 schools in St. Charles
College Readiness2.7Needs Improvement43%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment1.7Needs Improvement29%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,462

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

5.5%

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 Child. Family Educ Ctr. Compares

See how Early Child. Family Educ Ctr. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.9/10
8th percentile in MO
Academic
8.0/10
Excellent
Environment
1.7/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
6%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
13 teachers

Location

2555 HACKMANN RD, St. Charles, MO 63303

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Early Child. Family Educ Ctr. may also want to explore other schools in the area. MONROE ELEM. (rated 8.8/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST. CHARLES WEST HIGH (rated 8.3/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CASTLIO ELEM. (rated 8.0/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in St. Charles, see our St. Charles schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.1 mi
School Distance Rating
FRANCIS HOWELL NORTH HIGH St. Charles 0.3 mi 7.1
HENDERSON ELEM. St. Charles 0.2 mi 5.7
BECKY-DAVID ELEM. St. Charles 1.5 mi 7.9
HARRIS ELEM. St. Charles 1.6 mi 7.0
SETON REGIONAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL St. Charles 1.4 mi 5.6
BARNWELL MIDDLE St. Charles 1.6 mi 5.5
FT. ZUMWALT EAST HIGH St. Peters 2.0 mi 7.4
ZION LUTHERAN SCHOOL St. Charles 2.1 mi 5.4
CHRISTIAN SCHOOL DISTRICT St. Peters 2.0 mi 5.8
FAIRMOUNT ELEM. St. Peters 2.0 mi 4.8
LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL OF ST CHARLES COUNTY St. Peters 2.4 mi 5.2
HARVEST RIDGE ELEM. St. Charles 2.2 mi 6.4
HAWTHORN ELEM. St. Peters 2.3 mi 6.2
JEFFERSON INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL St. Charles 2.7 mi 7.2
MONROE ELEM. St. Charles 2.8 mi 8.8
ST CLETUS SCHOOL St. Charles 2.9 mi 6.5
ST. CHARLES WEST HIGH St. Charles 2.9 mi 8.3
CASTLIO ELEM. St. Charles 3.3 mi 8.0
CENTRAL ELEM. St. Charles 3.1 mi 7.2
EARLY CHILD FAMILY EDUC. CTR. St. Charles 3.1 mi 4.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 63303 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$98,031

Median Home Value

$301,700

Median Rent

$1,329/mo

Population

46,627

College Educated

50.1%

Homeownership

75.2%

Avg Commute

21.9 min

Poverty Rate

4.5%

Median Age

41.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Early Child. Family Educ Ctr.

What grades does Early Child. Family Educ Ctr. serve?

Early Child. Family Educ Ctr. serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.

How many students attend Early Child. Family Educ Ctr.?

Early Child. Family Educ Ctr. has an enrollment of approximately 237 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Early Child. Family Educ Ctr.?

The student-teacher ratio at Early Child. Family Educ Ctr. is 18.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Early Child. Family Educ Ctr. rank in MO?

Early Child. Family Educ Ctr. ranks #2,053 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Early Child. Family Educ Ctr.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Early Child. Family Educ Ctr. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Early Child. Family Educ Ctr. a charter school?

No, Early Child. Family Educ Ctr. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Early Child. Family Educ Ctr. a Title I school?

No, Early Child. Family Educ Ctr. is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Early Child. Family Educ Ctr.?

5.5% of students at Early Child. Family Educ Ctr. 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
14 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
237
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
13
Free/Reduced Lunch
5.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
St. Charles County

District

FRANCIS HOWELL R-III
District Enrollment
17,241
Schools in District
23
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,462
District Rank
#21 of 21

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