Early Childhood Education Center serves 188 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 188 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Early Childhood Education Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Early Childhood Education Center's student population of 188 students has grown by 51% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
188 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Early Childhood Education Center is 0.46, 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
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
71%
25%
Black
19%
10%
White
2%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
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 Education Center?
188 students attend Early Childhood Education Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Early Childhood Education Center students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Early Childhood Education Center?
Early Childhood Education Center has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Early Childhood Education Center offer ?
Early Childhood Education Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Early Childhood Education Center part of?
Early Childhood Education Center is part of Springfield School District.
In what neighborhood is Early Childhood Education Center located?
Early Childhood Education Center is located in the McKnight neighborhood of Springfield, MA. There are 3 other public schools located in McKnight.
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