Below Average
#1792 of 2,221 schools in MO
Early Childhood Center
School · Nixa Public Schools
301 South Main Street, Nixa, MO 65714
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 9 schools in Nixa. Learn more
Enrollment
92
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
92
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,792 of 2,221
In Nixa
#10 of 11
public schools
In district
#10 of 11
Nixa Public Schools
Academic performance
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Early Childhood Center
School in Nixa · grades Pre-K – Pre-K. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Early Learning Center
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About Early Childhood Center
Early Childhood Center is a public school in Nixa, MO, part of Nixa Public Schools. Early Childhood Center serves approximately 92 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Early Childhood Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,792 of 2,221 schools in MO.
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 6.6
- MO avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 92 students, 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
26.1%
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 Childhood Center Compares
See how Early Childhood Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
301 South Main Street, Nixa, MO 65714
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Early Childhood Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. NORTH ELEM. (rated 9.1/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Ozark), which scores notably higher. Another option is OZARK MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Ozark), which scores notably higher. Additionally, OZARK JR. HIGH (rated 8.1/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Ozark), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Nixa, see our Nixa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| EARLY LEARNING CENTER Nixa | 0.0 mi | 4.6 |
| JOHN THOMAS SCHOOL OF DISCOVER Nixa | 0.6 mi | 5.5 |
| NIXA JUNIOR HIGH Nixa | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| CENTURY ELEM. Nixa | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| ESPY ELEM. Nixa | 1.1 mi | 7.8 |
| MATHEWS ELEM. Nixa | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
| NIXA HIGH Nixa | 1.7 mi | 6.3 |
| NICHOLAS A. INMAN INTERMEDIATE Nixa | 2.1 mi | 7.3 |
| SUMMIT INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Nixa | 2.1 mi | 7.0 |
| HIGH POINTE ELEM. Nixa | 2.1 mi | 6.9 |
| WEST ELEM. Ozark | 3.6 mi | 6.3 |
| CHEROKEE MIDDLE Springfield | 5.3 mi | 7.4 |
| OZARK HIGH Ozark | 4.4 mi | 7.1 |
| GRAY ELEM. Springfield | 5.5 mi | 5.7 |
| OZARK MIDDLE SCHOOL Ozark | 4.5 mi | 8.2 |
| NORTH ELEM. Ozark | 4.6 mi | 9.1 |
| OZARK JR. HIGH Ozark | 4.7 mi | 8.1 |
| SOUTH ELEM. Ozark | 5.2 mi | 7.9 |
| MCBRIDE ELEM. Springfield | 6.1 mi | 7.4 |
| OZARK TIGERPAW EARLY CHILD CTR Ozark | 5.4 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65714 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,548
Median Home Value
$261,300
Median Rent
$985/mo
Population
35,243
College Educated
37.1%
Homeownership
72.2%
Avg Commute
22.8 min
Poverty Rate
6.3%
Median Age
39.1
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Early Childhood Center
What grades does Early Childhood Center serve?
Early Childhood Center serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Early Childhood Center?
Early Childhood Center has an enrollment of approximately 92 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Early Childhood Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Early Childhood Center is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Early Childhood Center rank in MO?
Early Childhood Center ranks #1,792 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Early Childhood Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Early Childhood Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Early Childhood Center a charter school?
No, Early Childhood Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Early Childhood Center a Title I school?
No, Early Childhood Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Early Childhood Center?
26.1% of students at 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 92
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 26.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Christian County
- Phone
- (417) 724-6359
Resources & Links
District
Nixa Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 6,640
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,378
- District Rank
- #10 of 11
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