MITCHELL EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER

Mitchell Early Childhood Center is a public prekindergarten school that is part of the Des Moines Independent Comm School District school district, located in Des Moines, IA with about 393 students. With about 16 teachers, Mitchell Early Childhood Center has a student/teacher ratio of about 24:1. 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.

Mitchell Early Childhood Center, located at 111 Porter in Des Moines, Iowa, serves as a specialized educational facility dedicated to the foundational development of the district’s youngest learners. As part of the Des Moines Public Schools system, the center focuses on providing high-quality early childhood education, including preschool programming designed to prepare children for the transition to elementary school. The facility is structured to foster a nurturing environment where children can develop essential social, emotional, and cognitive skills through play-based learning and developmentally appropriate instruction.

Beyond academics, the center acts as a crucial community hub that emphasizes school readiness and early intervention. By partnering with families and providing a supportive classroom atmosphere, Mitchell Early Childhood Center aims to build a strong educational foundation, ensuring that children from diverse backgrounds have equitable access to the resources and guidance necessary for long-term academic success.

For more information, contact Mitchell Early Childhood Center at (515) 242-8424 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.