MRH EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER

MRH EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the MAPLEWOOD-RICHMOND HEIGHTS school district, located in MAPLEWOOD, MO with about 517 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 2nd Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 33 teachers, MRH EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

The Maplewood Richmond Heights (MRH) Early Childhood Center, located at 2801 Oakland Ave in Maplewood, Missouri, serves as the foundational level of the MRH School District. The center is dedicated to providing a nurturing and high-quality educational environment for the district's youngest learners, typically focusing on preschool and early childhood development programs. Its curriculum is designed to foster social-emotional growth, cognitive development, and early literacy and numeracy skills in a supportive, play-based atmosphere that prepares children for the transition to elementary school.

Beyond its academic focus, the MRH EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER reflects the district’s broader commitment to community-centered education and inclusivity. The center emphasizes a partnership between educators, families, and the wider Maplewood-Richmond Heights community to support the "whole child." By integrating modern teaching practices with a focus on student well-being, the center aims to establish a strong, positive educational trajectory for every child who passes through its doors. More information regarding their specific programs and registration can be found on their official website at [www.mrhsd.org](http://www.mrhsd.org).

For more information, contact MRH EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER at (314) 644-4405 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.