Shining Star Early Childhood Center serves 158 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 158 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shining Star Early Childhood Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Shining Star Early Childhood Center's student population of 158 students has grown by 71% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
158 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Colors
Scarlet and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Shining Star Early Childhood Center is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
9%
8%
Hispanic
39%
26%
Black
6%
10%
White
40%
51%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
34%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Shining Star Early Childhood Center?
158 students attend Shining Star Early Childhood Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Shining Star Early Childhood Center students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shining Star Early Childhood Center?
Shining Star Early Childhood Center has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Shining Star Early Childhood Center offer ?
Shining Star Early Childhood Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Shining Star Early Childhood Center part of?
Shining Star Early Childhood Center is part of Milford School District.
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