Needs Improvement
#2165 of 2,221 schools in MO
Early Childhood Center
School · REPUBLIC R-III
318 E. Hines St., Republic, MO 65738
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on MO statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
241
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
241
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#2,165 of 2,221
In Republic
#8 of 8
public schools
In district
#8 of 8
REPUBLIC R-III
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Early Childhood Center
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About Early Childhood Center
Early Childhood Center is a public school in Republic, MO, part of REPUBLIC R-III. Early Childhood Center serves approximately 241 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Early Childhood Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,165 of 2,221 schools in MO.
- This school 3.3 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 7.1
- MO avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
28.6%
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 Early Childhood Center Compares
See how Early Childhood Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
318 E. Hines St., Republic, MO 65738
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Early Childhood Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. LYON ELEMENTARY (rated 8.8/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PRICE ELEMENTARY (rated 8.6/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SWEENY ELEMENTARY (rated 8.5/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Republic, see our Republic schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PRICE ELEMENTARY Republic | 0.1 mi | 8.6 |
| SCHOFIELD ELEMENTARY Republic | 0.2 mi | 6.3 |
| LYON ELEMENTARY Republic | 0.3 mi | 8.8 |
| MCCULLOCH ELEMENTARY Republic | 0.3 mi | 7.6 |
| SWEENY ELEMENTARY Republic | 0.3 mi | 8.5 |
| REPUBLIC MIDDLE Republic | 0.4 mi | 6.9 |
| REPUBLIC HIGH Republic | 3.5 mi | 6.7 |
| CLEVER HIGH Clever | 6.2 mi | 6.8 |
| CLEVER ELEM. Clever | 6.6 mi | 7.8 |
| BILLINGS ELEM. Billings | 6.3 mi | 5.4 |
| BILLINGS SR. HIGH Billings | 6.3 mi | 7.3 |
| WILSON'S CREEK 5-6 INTER. CTR. Battlefield | 6.1 mi | 7.0 |
| WILSON CREEK GROUP HOME Springfield | 7.2 mi | — |
| WILLARD ORCHARD HILLS ELEM Springfield | 7.6 mi | 7.8 |
| COMMUNITY LEARNING CTR. Springfield | 7.3 mi | — |
| WILLARD INTERMEDIATE-SOUTH Springfield | 7.8 mi | 5.3 |
| BOIS D'ARC ELEM. Bois D'Arc | 8.9 mi | 7.0 |
| MCBRIDE ELEM. Springfield | 7.2 mi | 7.4 |
| ADAH FULBRIGHT EARLY CHILDHOOD Springfield | 7.4 mi | 3.8 |
| WILLARD CENTRAL ELEM. Springfield | 8.8 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65738 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,848
Median Home Value
$195,400
Median Rent
$1,069/mo
Population
21,117
College Educated
28.3%
Homeownership
67.5%
Avg Commute
24.9 min
Poverty Rate
13.1%
Median Age
35.5
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 241 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Early Childhood Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Early Childhood Center is 16.1:1. 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 #2,165 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Early Childhood Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Early Childhood Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Early 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?
28.6% 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
- 241
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 28.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Greene County
- Phone
- (417) 732-3605
Resources & Links
District
REPUBLIC R-III- District Enrollment
- 5,281
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,667
- District Rank
- #8 of 8
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