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Van Wert Early Childhood Center
Elementary School · Van Wert City
1120 Buckeye Dr, Van Wert, OH 45891
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on OH statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
361
Student-Teacher
22.6:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
361
Student-Teacher
22.6:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#2,602 of 3,441
In Van Wert
#6 of 7
public schools
In district
#3 of 4
Van Wert City
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Van Wert Early Childhood Center
Elementary School in Van Wert · grades Pre-K – Kindergarten. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Van Wert Early Childhood Center
Van Wert Early Childhood Center is a public elementary school in Van Wert, OH, part of Van Wert City. Van Wert Early Childhood Center serves approximately 361 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Kindergarten, and has a 22.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Van Wert Early Childhood Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #2,602 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 6.1
- OH avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
Van Wert Early Childhood Center runs 22.6:1 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
51.2%
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 Van Wert Early Childhood Center Compares
See how Van Wert Early Childhood Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1120 Buckeye Dr, Van Wert, OH 45891
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Van Wert Early Childhood Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Crestview Elementary School (rated 9.8/10, 8.0 miles away, in nearby Convoy), which scores notably higher. Another option is Grover Hill Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 12.1 miles away, in nearby Grover Hill), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lincolnview Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Van Wert, see our Van Wert schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST MARY OF THE ASSUMPTION SCHOOL Van Wert | 0.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Vantage Career Center Van Wert | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Van Wert Middle School Van Wert | 1.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Van Wert High School Van Wert | 2.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Van Wert Elementary School Van Wert | 2.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Lincolnview Jr/Sr High School Van Wert | 2.8 mi | 8.8 |
| Lincolnview Elementary School Van Wert | 2.8 mi | 8.8 |
| Crestview High School Convoy | 8.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Crestview Elementary School Convoy | 8.0 mi | 9.8 |
| Crestview Middle School Convoy | 8.0 mi | 8.7 |
| Crestview Early Childhood Center Convoy | 8.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Grover Hill Elementary School Grover Hill | 12.1 mi | 8.9 |
| Wayne Trace High School Haviland | 13.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Parkway Elementary School Rockford | 12.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Parkway Middle School Rockford | 12.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Parkway High School Rockford | 12.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Mercer County Head Start Rockford | 12.9 mi | — |
| Jefferson High School Delphos | 11.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Delphos City Schools (Preschool) Delphos | 11.4 mi | 3.4 |
| Jefferson Middle School Delphos | 11.9 mi | 8.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 45891 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,944
Median Home Value
$143,100
Median Rent
$744/mo
Population
15,522
College Educated
18.6%
Homeownership
76.4%
Avg Commute
16.4 min
Poverty Rate
11.1%
Median Age
41.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Central Academy Nongraded Elementary School Middletown, OH | 5.1 |
| Como Elementary School Columbus, OH | 5.1 |
| George Washington Carver Cleveland, OH | 5.1 |
| Hubbard Elementary School Columbus, OH | 5.1 |
| Luis Munoz Marin School Cleveland, OH | 5.1 |
| Northtowne Elementary School Columbus, OH | 5.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Van Wert Early Childhood Center
What grades does Van Wert Early Childhood Center serve?
Van Wert Early Childhood Center serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.
How many students attend Van Wert Early Childhood Center?
Van Wert Early Childhood Center has an enrollment of approximately 361 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Van Wert Early Childhood Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Van Wert Early Childhood Center is 22.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Van Wert Early Childhood Center rank in OH?
Van Wert Early Childhood Center ranks #2,602 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Van Wert Early Childhood Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Van Wert Early Childhood Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Van Wert Early Childhood Center a charter school?
No, Van Wert Early Childhood Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Van Wert Early Childhood Center a Title I school?
No, Van Wert Early Childhood Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Van Wert Early Childhood Center?
51.2% of students at Van Wert 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 361
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 51.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Van Wert County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.5%
- Phone
- (419) 238-0384
Resources & Links
District
Van Wert City- District Enrollment
- 2,038
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,037
- District Rank
- #3 of 4
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