Needs Improvement
#2109 of 2,221 schools in MO
Early Childhood Ctr.
School · DESOTO 73
1812 ROCK RD, Desoto, MO 63020
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on MO statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
150
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
150
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#2,109 of 2,221
In Desoto
#6 of 6
public schools
In district
#5 of 5
DESOTO 73
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Early Childhood Ctr.
School in Desoto · grades Pre-K – Pre-K. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Desoto Sr. High
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About Early Childhood Ctr.
Early Childhood Ctr. is a public school in Desoto, MO, part of DESOTO 73. Early Childhood Ctr. serves approximately 150 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Early Childhood Ctr. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,109 of 2,221 schools in MO.
- This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.9
- MO avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 150 students, Early Childhood Ctr. 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
52.7%
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 Ctr. Compares
See how Early Childhood Ctr. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1812 ROCK RD, Desoto, MO 63020
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Early Childhood Ctr. may also want to explore other schools in the area. VINELAND ELEM. (rated 8.6/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SUNRISE ELEM. (rated 8.2/10, 6.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HILLSBORO JR. HIGH (rated 7.4/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Hillsboro), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Desoto, see our Desoto schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DESOTO SR. HIGH Desoto | 0.5 mi | 4.4 |
| DESOTO JR. HIGH Desoto | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| VINELAND ELEM. Desoto | 1.0 mi | 8.6 |
| ST ROSE OF LIMA SCHOOL De Soto | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| NEW DAY - DAY TREATMENT Hillsboro | 6.0 mi | — |
| HILLSBORO JR. HIGH Hillsboro | 6.6 mi | 7.4 |
| HILLSBORO ELEM. Hillsboro | 6.7 mi | 6.2 |
| HILLSBORO MIDDLE ELEM. Hillsboro | 6.7 mi | 4.8 |
| SUNRISE ELEM. Desoto | 6.7 mi | 8.2 |
| HILLSBORO PRIMARY Hillsboro | 6.9 mi | 4.8 |
| HILLSBORO HIGH Hillsboro | 6.9 mi | 5.2 |
| ATHENA ELEM. Desoto | 5.5 mi | 6.0 |
| JUVENILE DETENTION CTR. Hillsboro | 7.4 mi | — |
| GRANDVIEW MIDDLE Hillsboro | 7.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Missouri Virtual Academy Hillsboro | 7.1 mi | 2.5 |
| GRANDVIEW ELEM. Hillsboro | 7.2 mi | 3.5 |
| GRANDVIEW HIGH Hillsboro | 7.2 mi | 6.5 |
| MAPAVILLE SCHOOL Mapaville | 9.0 mi | 2.8 |
| FESTUS MIDDLE Festus | 10.1 mi | 5.9 |
| FESTUS INTERMEDIATE Festus | 10.3 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63020 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,908
Median Home Value
$172,600
Median Rent
$872/mo
Population
20,357
College Educated
14%
Homeownership
80.6%
Avg Commute
35.9 min
Poverty Rate
11.1%
Median Age
44.4
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Early Childhood Ctr.
What grades does Early Childhood Ctr. serve?
Early Childhood Ctr. serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Early Childhood Ctr.?
Early Childhood Ctr. has an enrollment of approximately 150 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Early Childhood Ctr.?
The student-teacher ratio at Early Childhood Ctr. is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Early Childhood Ctr. rank in MO?
Early Childhood Ctr. ranks #2,109 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Early Childhood Ctr.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Early Childhood Ctr. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 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 Ctr. a charter school?
No, Early Childhood Ctr. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Early Childhood Ctr. a Title I school?
No, Early Childhood Ctr. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Early Childhood Ctr.?
52.7% of students at Early Childhood 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 150
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 52.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Jefferson County
- Phone
- (636) 586-1040
Resources & Links
District
DESOTO 73- District Enrollment
- 2,504
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,996
- District Rank
- #5 of 5
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