Pemberton Early Childhood Education Center
454 Students
Pre Kindergarten Pre-K - Pre-K
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.
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
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 207 |
| Hispanic | 102 |
| Black | 73 |
| Asian | 3 |
| Two or More | 68 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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White207 (45.6 %)
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Hispanic102 (22.5 %)
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Black73 (16.1 %)
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Two or More68 (15.0 %)
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Asian3 (0.7 %)
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Pacific Islander1 (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
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Pre-Kindergarten | 432 |
| Ungraded | 22 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 232 | 51.1% |
| Male | 222 | 48.9% |