EARLY LEARNING CENTER
EARLY LEARNING CENTER is a public prekindergarten school that is part of the GRAND ISLAND PUBLIC SCHOOLS school district, located in GRAND ISLAND, NE with about 322 students. With about 12 teachers, EARLY LEARNING CENTER has a student/teacher ratio of about 26:1. 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 EARLY LEARNING CENTER located at 4360 W Capital Ave in Grand Island, Nebraska, functions as a foundational educational hub dedicated to the developmental needs of young children. As part of the Grand Island Public Schools district, the facility is designed to foster early childhood growth by providing a supportive, age-appropriate environment. The center focuses on school readiness, emphasizing essential social, emotional, and cognitive skills that prepare students for the transition into elementary education.
By utilizing play-based learning and structured curriculum, the EARLY LEARNING CENTER aims to provide equitable educational opportunities for the community's youngest learners. The program typically addresses early literacy, numeracy, and foundational social interaction, ensuring that children develop the confidence and capabilities necessary for long-term academic success. Through its specialized approach, the school plays a vital role in supporting families and promoting early childhood development within the Grand Island area.
For more information, contact EARLY LEARNING CENTER at (308) 385-5655 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
GRAND ISLAND, NE 68803-1413
(308) 385-5655
EARLY LEARNING CENTER is a public school in GRAND ISLAND, NE with about 322 enrolled students. See other public pre-kindergarten schools in Nebraska
School Details
- Level:
- Pre-K & Kindergarten
- Charter School:*
- Not applicable
- District:
- GRAND ISLAND PUBLIC SCHOOLS
- Total Students:
- 322
- Teachers:
- 12
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes under Provision 2
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* 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.
School Demographics for 322 students
- Hispanic/Latino
- 59.3%
- White
- 29.2%
- Black or African American
- 5.3%
- Two or more races
- 3.4%
- Asian
- 1.9%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.9%
- Female
- 45.0%
- Male
- 55.0%
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.