Early Learning Center serves 194 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 32:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 194 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 32:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Early Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
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School Overview
Early Learning Center's student population of 194 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
194 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Early Learning Center is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
32:1
12:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
9%
9%
Black
1%
15%
White
83%
67%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Early Learning Center?
194 students attend Early Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Early Learning Center students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Early Learning Center?
Early Learning Center has a student ration of 32:1, which is higher than the Missouri 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 Nixa School District.
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