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#675 of 863 schools in MS
Early Childhood Education Center
School · TUPELO PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST
1402 N Green Street, Tupelo, MS 38804
Enrollment
327
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
327
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Mississippi schools
#675 of 863
In Tupelo
#12 of 12
public schools
In district
#12 of 12
TUPELO PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST
Academic growth
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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Early Childhood Education Center
School in Tupelo · grades Pre-K – Pre-K. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Early Childhood Education Center
Early Childhood Education Center is a public school in Tupelo, MS, part of TUPELO PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST. Early Childhood Education Center serves approximately 327 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Early Childhood Education Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #675 of 863 schools in MS.
Structured state assessment records for Early Childhood Education Center show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2014) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2014).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 7.0
- MS avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Early Childhood Education Center sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Early Childhood Education Center — Students at Early Childhood Education Center score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
59.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MS EDFACTS (2013-14)
Based on 4 test records from MS state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.8/10.
How Early Childhood Education Center Compares
See how Early Childhood Education Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1402 N Green Street, Tupelo, MS 38804
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Early Childhood Education Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. TUPELO CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 8.0/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is TUPELO MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JOYNER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tupelo, see our Tupelo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CARVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tupelo | 0.3 mi | 7.4 |
| FIRST BAPTIST DAY SCHOOL AND KINDERGARTEN Tupelo | 1.1 mi | — |
| MILAM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tupelo | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| JOYNER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tupelo | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| CALVARY BAPTIST KINDERGARTEN & PRESCHOOL Tupelo | 1.3 mi | — |
| TUPELO MIDDLE SCHOOL Tupelo | 1.9 mi | 7.9 |
| RANKIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tupelo | 1.9 mi | 7.6 |
| PIERCE STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tupelo | 2.1 mi | 6.9 |
| LAWHON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tupelo | 2.1 mi | 6.9 |
| LAKEVIEW BAPTIST ACADEMY Tupelo | 2.7 mi | 5.9 |
| TUPELO CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tupelo | 2.7 mi | 8.0 |
| THOMAS STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tupelo | 2.9 mi | 7.2 |
| LAWNDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tupelo | 4.0 mi | 7.5 |
| PARKWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tupelo | 3.6 mi | 7.5 |
| HARRISBURG DAY SCHOOL Tupelo | 4.4 mi | — |
| TUPELO HIGH SCHOOL Tupelo | 4.5 mi | 5.7 |
| VERONA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Verona | 5.1 mi | 4.9 |
| PLANTERSVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Plantersville | 5.7 mi | 4.2 |
| SALTILLO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Saltillo | 6.7 mi | 5.9 |
| SALTILLO PRIMARY SCHOOL Saltillo | 8.0 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 38804 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,837
Median Home Value
$201,600
Median Rent
$858/mo
Population
16,920
College Educated
30%
Homeownership
63.4%
Avg Commute
21.1 min
Poverty Rate
14.5%
Median Age
40
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Early Childhood Education Center
What grades does Early Childhood Education Center serve?
Early Childhood Education Center serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Early Childhood Education Center?
Early Childhood Education Center has an enrollment of approximately 327 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Early Childhood Education Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Early Childhood Education Center is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Early Childhood Education Center rank in MS?
Early Childhood Education Center ranks #675 of 863 schools in MS.
What is Early Childhood Education Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Early Childhood Education Center 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.
What are the test scores at Early Childhood Education Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Early Childhood Education Center has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2014) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2014).
Is Early Childhood Education Center a charter school?
No, Early Childhood Education Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Early Childhood Education Center a Title I school?
No, Early Childhood Education Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Early Childhood Education Center?
59.9% of students at Early Childhood Education 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 327
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 59.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Lee County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 0.0%
- Phone
- (662) 840-5237
Resources & Links
District
TUPELO PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST- District Enrollment
- 7,134
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,155
- District Rank
- #12 of 12
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