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#608 of 864 schools in NM
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Early Childhood Education Center
Elementary School · CARLSBAD
1801 WEST LEA ST., Carlsbad, NM 88220
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 11 schools in Carlsbad. Learn more
Enrollment
212
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
212
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#608 of 864
In Carlsbad
#6 of 13
public schools
In district
#6 of 13
CARLSBAD
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Early Childhood Education Center
Elementary School in Carlsbad · grades Pre-K – Kindergarten. 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 elementary school in Carlsbad, NM, part of CARLSBAD. Early Childhood Education Center serves approximately 212 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Kindergarten, and has a 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Early Childhood Education Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #608 of 864 schools in NM.
Based on limited data: 44% component coverage.
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Early Childhood Education Center were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
42.9%
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 Education Center Compares
See how Early Childhood Education Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1801 WEST LEA ST., Carlsbad, NM 88220
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Early Childhood Education Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LOVING ELEMENTARY (rated 9.1/10, 12.8 miles away, in nearby Loving), which scores notably higher. Another option is OCOTILLO ELEMENTARY (rated 8.2/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, YESO ELEMENTARY (rated 7.7/10, 30.6 miles away, in nearby Artesia), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Carlsbad, see our Carlsbad schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 30.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HILLCREST PRESCHOOL Carlsbad | 0.0 mi | 4.4 |
| COTTONWOOD ELEMENTARY Carlsbad | 0.1 mi | 3.8 |
| CARLSBAD SIXTH GRADE ACADEMY - ALTA VISTA CAMPUS Carlsbad | 0.3 mi | 5.3 |
| SUNSET ELEMENTARY Carlsbad | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| CARLSBAD ENRICHMENT CENTER Carlsbad | 1.3 mi | 2.4 |
| CARLSBAD INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL - PR LEYVA CAMPUS Carlsbad | 1.4 mi | 3.5 |
| CARLSBAD HIGH Carlsbad | 1.5 mi | 3.4 |
| JEFFERSON MONTESSORI Carlsbad | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| CARLSBAD EARLY COLLEGE HIGH Carlsbad | 2.2 mi | 8.2 |
| MONTERREY ELEMENTARY Carlsbad | 2.5 mi | 6.0 |
| DESERT WILLOW ELEMENTARY Carlsbad | 2.3 mi | 7.5 |
| OCOTILLO ELEMENTARY Carlsbad | 3.0 mi | 8.2 |
| LOVING ELEMENTARY Loving | 12.8 mi | 9.1 |
| LOVING MIDDLE Loving | 12.8 mi | 7.8 |
| LOVING HIGH Loving | 12.9 mi | 5.3 |
| HERMOSA ELEMENTARY Artesia | 30.0 mi | 6.7 |
| ARTESIA ZIA INTERMEDIATE Artesia | 30.5 mi | 6.6 |
| YESO ELEMENTARY Artesia | 30.6 mi | 7.7 |
| CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Artesia | 30.7 mi | 6.1 |
| ARTESIA HIGH Artesia | 30.9 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 88220 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,668
Median Home Value
$192,600
Median Rent
$1,218/mo
Population
40,151
College Educated
20.4%
Homeownership
75.5%
Avg Commute
21.5 min
Poverty Rate
12%
Median Age
37.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ARROYO DEL OSO ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 5.4 |
| BLOOMFIELD EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Bloomfield, NM | 5.4 |
| CORAL COMMUNITY CHARTER Albuquerque, NM | 5.4 |
| Jemez Day School Jemez Pueblo, NM | 5.4 |
| R.M. SWEENEY ELEMENTARY Santa Fe, NM | 5.4 |
| TOHATCHI ELEMENTARY Tohatchi, NM | 5.4 |
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 Kindergarten.
How many students attend Early Childhood Education Center?
Early Childhood Education Center has an enrollment of approximately 212 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Early Childhood Education Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Early Childhood Education Center is 16.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Early Childhood Education Center rank in NM?
Early Childhood Education Center ranks #608 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Early Childhood Education Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Early Childhood Education Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 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?
42.9% 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 – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 212
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 42.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Eddy County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.5%
- Phone
- (575) 234-3300
Resources & Links
District
CARLSBAD- District Enrollment
- 7,343
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,304
- District Rank
- #6 of 13
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