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Below Average

#1835 of 2,221 schools in MO

Early Childhood Ctr.

School · SEDALIA 200

2255 S INGRAM, Sedalia, MO 65301

Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 9 schools in Sedalia. Learn more

Enrollment

238

Student-Teacher

10.3:1

Score

4.7

Grades

Pre-K – Pre-K

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#1,835 of 2,221

In Sedalia

#10 of 10

public schools

In district

#9 of 9

SEDALIA 200

Academic performance

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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Early Childhood Ctr.

4.7/10

School in Sedalia · grades Pre-K – Pre-K. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Sedalia Middle School

6.5/10

0.0 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Smith Cotton Junior High Schl

7.4/10

0.8 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Early Childhood Ctr.

Early Childhood Ctr. is a public school in Sedalia, MO, part of SEDALIA 200. Early Childhood Ctr. serves approximately 238 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 10.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Early Childhood Ctr. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,835 of 2,221 schools in MO.

How it compares2.1 pts below district
  • This school 4.7 · Below Average
  • District avg 6.8
  • MO avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student ProgressNot Available

Requires 2+ years of test data

Academics7.4Very Good29%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.·Area estimate · Based on 9 schools in Sedalia
College Readiness2.7Needs Improvement43%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment5.0Average29%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,620

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

56.7%

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.

Overall Score
4.7/10
17th percentile in MO
Academic
7.4/10
Very Good
Environment
5.0/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
57%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers

Location

2255 S INGRAM, Sedalia, MO 65301

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Early Childhood Ctr. may also want to explore other schools in the area. SACRED HEART ELEMENTARY & HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PARKVIEW ELEM. (rated 8.3/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NORTHWEST HIGH (rated 8.2/10, 11.2 miles away, in nearby Hughesville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sedalia, see our Sedalia schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 12.0 mi
School Distance Rating
SEDALIA MIDDLE SCHOOL Sedalia 0.0 mi 6.5
SMITH COTTON JUNIOR HIGH SCHL Sedalia 0.8 mi 7.4
ST PAULS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Sedalia 1.0 mi 6.2
PARKVIEW ELEM. Sedalia 0.8 mi 8.3
WASHINGTON ELEM. Sedalia 1.1 mi 7.6
HORACE MANN ELEM. Sedalia 1.1 mi 7.9
SACRED HEART ELEMENTARY & HIGH SCHOOL Sedalia 1.4 mi 8.6
HEBER HUNT ELEM. Sedalia 1.8 mi 5.2
SKYLINE ELEM. Sedalia 2.0 mi 7.7
SMITH-COTTON HIGH SCHOOL Sedalia 2.3 mi 6.3
E W Thompson Sedalia 2.4 mi
APPLEWOOD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sedalia 5.4 mi 6.5
PETTIS CO. ELEM. Sedalia 7.4 mi 6.9
SMITHTON ELEM. Smithton 7.0 mi 7.3
SMITHTON HIGH Smithton 7.0 mi 7.0
NORTHWEST HIGH Hughesville 11.2 mi 8.2
GREEN RIDGE ELEM. Green Ridge 11.4 mi 7.0
GREEN RIDGE HIGH Green Ridge 11.4 mi 5.7
LA MONTE HIGH La Monte 12.0 mi 7.2
LA MONTE ELEM. La Monte 12.0 mi 7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 65301 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$58,906

Median Home Value

$159,700

Median Rent

$865/mo

Population

35,347

College Educated

18.8%

Homeownership

67.1%

Avg Commute

18.3 min

Poverty Rate

14.3%

Median Age

36.9

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 238 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Early Childhood Ctr.?

The student-teacher ratio at Early Childhood Ctr. is 10.3:1. 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 #1,835 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Early Childhood Ctr.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Early Childhood Ctr. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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.?

56.7% 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
19 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
238
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
56.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Pettis County

District

SEDALIA 200
District Enrollment
5,069
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,620
District Rank
#9 of 9

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