Needs Improvement
#2197 of 2,221 schools in MO
Early Childhood Ctr.
School · KENNETT 39
1600 ELY STREET, Kennett, MO 63857
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on MO statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
95
Student-Teacher
23.8:1
Score
3.1
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
95
Student-Teacher
23.8:1
Score
3.1
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#2,197 of 2,221
In Kennett
#5 of 5
public schools
In district
#5 of 5
KENNETT 39
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Early Childhood Ctr.
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About Early Childhood Ctr.
Early Childhood Ctr. is a public school in Kennett, MO, part of KENNETT 39. Early Childhood Ctr. serves approximately 95 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 23.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Early Childhood Ctr. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 out of 10 and ranks #2,197 of 2,221 schools in MO.
- This school 3.1 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.2
- MO avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 95 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.
Early Childhood Ctr. runs 23.8:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.8%
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
1600 ELY STREET, Kennett, MO 63857
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Early Childhood Ctr. may also want to explore other schools in the area. SENATH-HORNERSVILLE ELEM SCH (rated 8.2/10, 11.2 miles away, in nearby Senath), which scores notably higher. Another option is HOLCOMB HIGH (rated 7.7/10, 10.5 miles away, in nearby Holcomb), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DELTA C-7 HIGH (rated 7.4/10, 9.3 miles away, in nearby Deering), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Kennett, see our Kennett schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| H. BYRON MASTERSON ELEM. Kennett | 0.0 mi | 6.3 |
| KENNETT MIDDLE Kennett | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| SOUTH ELEM. Kennett | 2.2 mi | 4.9 |
| KENNETT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Kennett | 2.3 mi | — |
| KENNETT HIGH Kennett | 2.2 mi | 5.1 |
| HOLCOMB HIGH Holcomb | 10.5 mi | 7.7 |
| HOLCOMB ELEM. Holcomb | 10.5 mi | 6.0 |
| DELTA C-7 HIGH Deering | 9.3 mi | 7.4 |
| DELTA C-7 ELEM. Deering | 9.3 mi | 6.2 |
| SENATH-HORNERSVILLE HIGH SCHOO Senath | 11.2 mi | 6.1 |
| SENATH-HORNERSVILLE ELEM SCH Senath | 11.2 mi | 8.2 |
| PIGGOTT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Piggott | 12.0 mi | 5.7 |
| PIGGOTT HIGH SCHOOL Piggott | 12.2 mi | 5.5 |
| BOOTHEEL SCHOOL Clarkton | 14.4 mi | — |
| CLARKTON ELEM. Clarkton | 14.6 mi | 3.9 |
| CLARKTON HIGH Clarkton | 14.6 mi | 6.1 |
| SENATH-HORNERSVILLE MIDDLE SCH Hornersville | 15.2 mi | 4.8 |
| GIDEON ELEM. Gideon | 15.1 mi | 6.7 |
| GIDEON HIGH Gideon | 15.1 mi | 6.6 |
| ROSS ELEM. Wardell | 13.6 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63857 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,817
Median Home Value
$109,500
Median Rent
$599/mo
Population
11,964
College Educated
15.8%
Homeownership
60.8%
Avg Commute
22.6 min
Poverty Rate
19.8%
Median Age
39.9
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 95 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Early Childhood Ctr.?
The student-teacher ratio at Early Childhood Ctr. is 23.8:1. 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 #2,197 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Early Childhood Ctr.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Early Childhood Ctr. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 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.?
96.8% 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 95
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Dunklin County
- Phone
- (573) 717-1115
Resources & Links
District
KENNETT 39- District Enrollment
- 1,858
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,781
- District Rank
- #5 of 5
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