Early Childhood Center serves 140 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 140 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Early Childhood Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
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Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Early Childhood Center's student population of 140 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
140 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Year Founded
1955
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Early Childhood Center is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
7%
Hispanic
9%
25%
Black
7%
10%
White
76%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Early Childhood Center?
140 students attend Early Childhood Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Early Childhood Center students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Early Childhood Center?
Early Childhood Center has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Early Childhood Center offer ?
Early Childhood Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Early Childhood Center part of?
Early Childhood Center is part of Wachusett School District.
In what neighborhood is Early Childhood Center located?
Early Childhood Center is located in the West Concord neighborhood of Jefferson, MA.
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