Szetela Early Childhood Center serves 222 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 222 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
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Szetela Early Childhood Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
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School Overview
Szetela Early Childhood Center's student population of 222 students has grown by 83% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
222 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
The mission of the Szetela Early Childhood School is to provide each child the opportunity to learn and grow as a unique individual who respects and values the uniqueness of others.
School Rankings
The diversity score of Szetela Early Childhood Center is 0.63, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
42%
26%
Black
6%
10%
White
44%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Szetela Early Childhood Center?
222 students attend Szetela Early Childhood Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Szetela Early Childhood Center students are White, 42% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Szetela Early Childhood Center?
Szetela Early Childhood Center has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Szetela Early Childhood Center offer ?
Szetela Early Childhood Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Szetela Early Childhood Center part of?
Szetela Early Childhood Center is part of Chicopee School District.
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