Lathers Early Childhood and Kindergarten Center

221 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - K
School Overview
Lathers Early Childhood and Kindergarten Center, located in Garden City, Michigan, serves as a specialized educational hub dedicated exclusively to the foundational years of learning. By focusing specifically on early childhood development and kindergarten, the school creates a tailored environment designed to meet the unique social, emotional, and academic needs of students at the very beginning of their educational journeys. The facility provides a transition space that emphasizes play-based learning, foundational literacy, and essential socialization skills, setting a supportive tone for students before they move on to primary elementary education.

As part of the Garden City Public Schools district, Lathers functions as a community-centered institution that prioritizes a smooth transition into the formal school system. The center is structured to foster a nurturing atmosphere where young learners can build confidence and curiosity. By concentrating resources and pedagogical strategies specifically on this age group, the school aims to ensure that children develop a strong academic base and a positive attitude toward learning in a setting that is both safe and age-appropriate.
221
Total Students
29.0
Full-Time Teachers
7.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
53.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Lathers Early Childhood and Kindergarten Center
Demographic Student Count
White161
Hispanic16
Black27
Asian5
Two or More10
American Indian2
  • White
    161 (72.9 %)
  • Black
    27 (12.2 %)
  • Hispanic
    16 (7.2 %)
  • Two or More
    10 (4.5 %)
  • Asian
    5 (2.3 %)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.9 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Garden City Public Schools
Phone: (734)762-8490
Grade Range: Pre-K - K
Total Students: 221
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 29.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 7.6
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 117
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 1
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 221

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Lathers Early Childhood and Kindergarten Center
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten221
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Lathers Early Childhood and Kindergarten Center
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female9944.8%
Male12255.2%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)