SUE SOSSAMAN EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT CENTER

Sue Sossaman Early Childhood Development Center is a public prekindergarten school that is part of the Higley Unified School District (4248) school district, located in Queen Creek, AZ with about 35 students. With about 15 teachers, Sue Sossaman Early Childhood Development Center has a student/teacher ratio of about 2:1. 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 Sue Sossaman Early Childhood Development Center, located in Queen Creek, Arizona, operates under the Higley Unified School District (HUSD) as a specialized facility dedicated to the foundational years of education. The center is designed to provide a nurturing and structured environment for preschool-aged children, focusing on developmental milestones that prepare students for a smooth transition into elementary school. By emphasizing early literacy, social-emotional growth, and age-appropriate academic curriculum, the center aims to foster a love for learning in its youngest students.

Beyond its standard preschool offerings, the center is known for maintaining a strong connection to the broader HUSD community, ensuring that families have access to essential resources and support systems. The facility prioritizes a play-based learning approach that encourages curiosity and cognitive development while adhering to the district’s high standards for instructional quality. For parents seeking a school that blends early childhood expertise with a commitment to long-term academic success, the Sue Sossaman Early Childhood Development Center serves as a vital cornerstone within the Queen Creek educational landscape.

For more information, contact Sue Sossaman Early Childhood Development Center at (480) 279-8500 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

18655 East Jacaranda Blvd
Queen Creek, AZ 85142
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SUE SOSSAMAN EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT CENTER is a public school in Queen Creek, AZ with about 35 enrolled students. See other public pre-kindergarten schools in Arizona

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Pre-K & Kindergarten
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
35
Teachers:
15.9
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 35 students

White
45.7%
Hispanic/Latino
37.1%
Black or African American
5.7%
Two or more races
5.7%
Asian
2.9%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
2.9%

Female
31.4%
Male
68.6%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.