Average
#1692 of 2,221 schools in MO
Early Childhood Ctr.
School · FORT OSAGE R-I
25102 E. US 24 Highway, Independence, MO 64056
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 33 schools in Independence. Learn more
Enrollment
134
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
134
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,692 of 2,221
In Independence
#22 of 35
public schools
In district
#5 of 9
FORT OSAGE R-I
School environment
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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Early Childhood Ctr.
School in Independence · grades Pre-K – Pre-K. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Early Childhood Ctr.
Early Childhood Ctr. is a public school in Independence, MO, part of FORT OSAGE R-I. Early Childhood Ctr. serves approximately 134 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Early Childhood Ctr. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,692 of 2,221 schools in MO.
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 5.4
- MO avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 134 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
30.6%
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 Ctr. Compares
See how Early Childhood Ctr. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
25102 E. US 24 Highway, Independence, MO 64056
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Early Childhood Ctr. may also want to explore other schools in the area. SPRING BRANCH ELEM. (rated 7.6/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PIONEER RIDGE MIDDLE (rated 7.2/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MILL CREEK ELEM. (rated 7.1/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Independence, see our Independence schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ELM GROVE ELEM. Independence | 0.1 mi | 5.2 |
| CLER-MONT ELEM. Independence | 1.1 mi | 4.2 |
| RANDALL ELEM. Independence | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| SUNSHINE CENTER Independence | 1.5 mi | 3.2 |
| BLUE HILLS ELEM. Independence | 1.4 mi | 6.5 |
| PIONEER RIDGE MIDDLE Independence | 2.9 mi | 7.2 |
| BINGHAM MIDDLE Independence | 3.2 mi | 6.7 |
| SPRING BRANCH ELEM. Independence | 3.0 mi | 7.6 |
| BRIDGER MIDDLE Independence | 3.4 mi | 5.4 |
| MILL CREEK ELEM. Independence | 2.8 mi | 7.1 |
| OTT ELEM. Independence | 3.0 mi | 3.6 |
| LITTLE BLUE ELEMENTARY Independence | 3.6 mi | 4.8 |
| WILLIAM CHRISMAN HIGH Independence | 3.2 mi | 5.9 |
| BLACKBURN ELEM. Independence | 3.9 mi | 6.6 |
| THOMAS HART BENTON ELEM. Independence | 3.7 mi | 5.7 |
| GLENDALE ELEM. Independence | 4.2 mi | 6.4 |
| HANTHORN EARLY EDUCATION Independence | 4.3 mi | — |
| BRYANT ELEM. Independence | 4.0 mi | 5.4 |
| CENTER PLACE RESTORATION SCHOOL Independence | 4.1 mi | 6.8 |
| ABRAHAM MALLINSON ELEMENTARY Sugar Creek | 3.9 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64056 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,696
Median Home Value
$176,400
Median Rent
$1,290/mo
Population
17,608
College Educated
19.6%
Homeownership
62.2%
Avg Commute
26.5 min
Poverty Rate
18.8%
Median Age
32.2
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 134 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Early Childhood Ctr.?
The student-teacher ratio at Early Childhood Ctr. is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Early Childhood Ctr. rank in MO?
Early Childhood Ctr. ranks #1,692 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Early Childhood Ctr.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Early Childhood Ctr. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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.?
30.6% 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
- 134
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 30.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Jackson County
- Phone
- (816) 650-7480
Resources & Links
District
FORT OSAGE R-I- District Enrollment
- 4,796
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,731
- District Rank
- #5 of 9
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