School Overview
The Early Childhood Program located at 8400 E Point Douglas Rd S in Cottage Grove, MN, serves as a foundational educational hub within the South Washington County School District (District 833). This facility is dedicated to providing developmentally appropriate learning experiences for the youngest members of the community, focusing on school readiness, social-emotional development, and early academic skills. By creating a structured yet nurturing environment, the program aims to establish a positive trajectory for students as they transition into their elementary school years.

As part of the broader district infrastructure, this site adheres to the district’s mission of providing high-quality, inclusive education for all children. The program typically offers a variety of services, including early childhood special education, preschool programming, and parent resources, all designed to support the diverse needs of local families. For more information regarding enrollment, curriculum, or specific program offerings, parents and community members are encouraged to visit the official South Washington County Schools website at http://www.sowashco.k12.mn.us.
540
Total Students
9.3
Full-Time Teachers
57.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
31.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Ages 3-5 Early Childhood Special Ed
Demographic Student Count
White316
Hispanic43
Black61
Asian63
Two or More54
American Indian3
  • White
    316 (58.5 %)
  • Asian
    63 (11.7 %)
  • Black
    61 (11.3 %)
  • Two or More
    54 (10.0 %)
  • Hispanic
    43 (8.0 %)
  • American Indian
    3 (0.6 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Pre Kindergarten
School Type: Special Education School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: South Washington County Schools
Phone: (651)425-6121
Website: http://www.sowashco.org
Grade Range: Pre-K - Pre-K
Total Students: 540
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 9.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 57.8
NSLP Participation:1 No
Qualified Free Lunch: 139
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 32
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 540

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Ages 3-5 Early Childhood Special Ed
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten540
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Ages 3-5 Early Childhood Special Ed
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female18534.3%
Male35565.7%