Mary Drew Early Learning Center serves 94 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 94 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mary Drew Early Learning Center's student population of 94 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Total Students
94 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Mary Drew Early Learning Center is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
19%
29%
Black
7%
16%
White
70%
45%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 05/06/2026
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Mary Drew Early Learning Center?
94 students attend Mary Drew Early Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Mary Drew Early Learning Center students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mary Drew Early Learning Center?
Mary Drew Early Learning Center has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mary Drew Early Learning Center offer ?
Mary Drew Early Learning Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten
What school district is Mary Drew Early Learning Center part of?
Mary Drew Early Learning Center is part of Summit Hill SD 161 School District.
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