Average
#1578 of 2,221 schools in MO
West Early Childhood Center
School · HAZELWOOD
5323 VILLE MARIA LANE, Hazelwood, MO 63042
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on MO statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
71
Student-Teacher
7.9:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
71
Student-Teacher
7.9:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,578 of 2,221
In Hazelwood
#3 of 9
public schools
In district
#7 of 31
HAZELWOOD
School environment
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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West Early Childhood Center
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About West Early Childhood Center
West Early Childhood Center is a public school in Hazelwood, MO, part of HAZELWOOD. West Early Childhood Center serves approximately 71 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 7.9:1 student-teacher ratio. West Early Childhood Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,578 of 2,221 schools in MO.
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 4.6
- MO avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 71 students, West Early Childhood Center 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.
At 7.9:1 students to teachers, West Early Childhood Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
43.7%
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 West Early Childhood Center Compares
See how West Early Childhood Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5323 VILLE MARIA LANE, Hazelwood, MO 63042
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering West Early Childhood Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. LAWSON ELEM. (rated 7.5/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Florissant), which scores notably higher. Another option is RUSSELL ELEM. (rated 7.3/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HOLMAN MIDDLE (rated 7.0/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby St. Ann), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hazelwood, see our Hazelwood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GARRETT ELEM. Hazelwood | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| WEST MIDDLE Hazelwood | 0.8 mi | 1.9 |
| HAZELWOOD WEST HIGH Hazelwood | 0.9 mi | 4.8 |
| ARMSTRONG ELEM. Hazelwood | 0.9 mi | 3.0 |
| RUSSELL ELEM. Hazelwood | 1.7 mi | 7.3 |
| MCNAIR ELEM. Hazelwood | 2.2 mi | 5.1 |
| HOLMAN MIDDLE St. Ann | 3.2 mi | 7.0 |
| PATTONVILLE Early CHol St. Louis | 3.2 mi | — |
| LAWSON ELEM. Florissant | 2.7 mi | 7.5 |
| BRIDGEWAY ELEM. Bridgeton | 3.3 mi | 6.1 |
| ROBERT DRUMMOND ELEM. St. Ann | 3.8 mi | 5.6 |
| EARLY EDUCATION CENTER Hazelwood | 3.0 mi | 3.1 |
| STEAM ACADEMY MIDDLE SCHOOL Hazelwood | 3.0 mi | 6.6 |
| MARYGROVE SERVICES, INC. Florissant | 3.5 mi | — |
| LUSHER ELEM. Florissant | 3.5 mi | 6.1 |
| MCCURDY ELEM. Florissant | 3.4 mi | 4.0 |
| PARKWOOD ELEM. Maryland Heights | 3.8 mi | 5.6 |
| HOLY SPIRIT CATHOLIC SCHOOL Maryland Heights | 3.9 mi | 6.9 |
| KRATZ ELEM. St. Louis | 4.0 mi | 3.9 |
| NORTHWEST MIDDLE Florissant | 3.7 mi | 1.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63042 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,384
Median Home Value
$138,800
Median Rent
$939/mo
Population
17,953
College Educated
23.2%
Homeownership
53%
Avg Commute
25.9 min
Poverty Rate
16.1%
Median Age
35.9
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about West Early Childhood Center
What grades does West Early Childhood Center serve?
West Early Childhood Center serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend West Early Childhood Center?
West Early Childhood Center has an enrollment of approximately 71 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at West Early Childhood Center?
The student-teacher ratio at West Early Childhood Center is 7.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does West Early Childhood Center rank in MO?
West Early Childhood Center ranks #1,578 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is West Early Childhood Center's MySchoolScout rating?
West Early Childhood Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is West Early Childhood Center a charter school?
No, West Early Childhood Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is West Early Childhood Center a Title I school?
No, West Early Childhood Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for West Early Childhood Center?
43.7% of students at West 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 71
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 43.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- St. Louis County
- Phone
- (314) 953-7650
Resources & Links
District
HAZELWOOD- District Enrollment
- 16,262
- Schools in District
- 32
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,977
- District Rank
- #7 of 31
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