Serving 570 students in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten, South Street Early Learning Center ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 570 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Math Proficiency: 28%
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50% in MA)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Street Early Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
South Street Early Learning Center's student population of 570 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
570 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Year Founded
2024
School Calendar
School Motto
Education is the key to success in life.
School Rankings
The diversity score of South Street Early Learning Center is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)28%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
8%
Hispanic
59%
26%
Black
9%
10%
White
22%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend South Street Early Learning Center?
570 students attend South Street Early Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of South Street Early Learning Center students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Street Early Learning Center?
South Street Early Learning Center has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does South Street Early Learning Center offer ?
South Street Early Learning Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Street Early Learning Center part of?
South Street Early Learning Center is part of Fitchburg School District.
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