Early Learning Center serves 323 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 323 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Early Learning Center's student population of 323 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
323 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Early Learning Center is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
56%
22%
Black
2%
7%
White
38%
62%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
21%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Grand Island 51±¬ÁÏs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Early Learning Center?
323 students attend Early Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Early Learning Center students are Hispanic, 38% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Early Learning Center?
Early Learning Center has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Early Learning Center offer ?
Early Learning Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Early Learning Center part of?
Early Learning Center is part of Grand Island 51±¬ÁÏs.
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