Kearney Early Education Center serves 44 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 44 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kearney Early Education Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
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Attribute
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Student Attention
School Overview
Kearney Early Education Center's student population of 44 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
44 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Kearney Early Education Center is 0.32, 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
6:1
12:1
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
2%
15%
White
82%
67%
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Kearney Early Education Center?
44 students attend Kearney Early Education Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Kearney Early Education Center students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kearney Early Education Center?
Kearney Early Education Center has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Kearney Early Education Center offer ?
Kearney Early Education Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kearney Early Education Center part of?
Kearney Early Education Center is part of Kearney R-I School District.
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