Pemberton Early Childhood Education Center

School Overview
Pemberton Early Childhood Education Center (PECEC), located on Arney’s Mt. Road in Pemberton, New Jersey, serves as the foundational academic hub for the Pemberton Township School District. Dedicated exclusively to the district's youngest learners, the center focuses on providing high-quality preschool programming designed to foster early cognitive, social, and emotional development. By creating a nurturing and structured environment, the school aims to bridge the gap between home and formal schooling, ensuring that students build a strong academic base before transitioning into the elementary school system.

The center places a significant emphasis on play-based learning and developmentally appropriate practices that align with New Jersey’s early childhood education standards. Through a collaborative approach involving certified educators, support staff, and families, PECEC works to address the diverse needs of its students, promoting inclusivity and early intervention when necessary. By prioritizing school readiness and a positive initial experience with education, Pemberton Early Childhood Education Center plays a critical role in the long-term academic success of children within the Pemberton community.
454
Total Students
41.0
Full-Time Teachers
11.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
48.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Pemberton Early Childhood Education Center
Demographic Student Count
White207
Hispanic102
Black73
Asian3
Two or More68
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    207 (45.6 %)
  • Hispanic
    102 (22.5 %)
  • Black
    73 (16.1 %)
  • Two or More
    68 (15.0 %)
  • Asian
    3 (0.7 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Pre Kindergarten
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Pemberton Township School District
Phone: (609)893-8141
Website: http://www.pemberton.k12.nj.us/pecec
Grade Range: Pre-K - Pre-K
Total Students: 454
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 41.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 11.1
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 170
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 52
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 432
Ungraded 22

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Pemberton Early Childhood Education Center
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten432
Ungraded22
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Pemberton Early Childhood Education Center
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female23251.1%
Male22248.9%