Jefferson Early Childhood Center serves 145 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 145 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jefferson Early Childhood Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Jefferson Early Childhood Center's student population of 145 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Total Students
145 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
'Educating our students with pride and preparing them to succeed in a diverse, global world!'
School Rankings
The diversity score of Jefferson Early Childhood Center is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
27%
28%
Black
20%
17%
White
39%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
14%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Jefferson Early Childhood Center?
145 students attend Jefferson Early Childhood Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Jefferson Early Childhood Center students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jefferson Early Childhood Center?
Jefferson Early Childhood Center has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Jefferson Early Childhood Center offer ?
Jefferson Early Childhood Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten
What school district is Jefferson Early Childhood Center part of?
Jefferson Early Childhood Center is part of Moline-Coal Valley CUSD 40 School District.
In what neighborhood is Jefferson Early Childhood Center located?
Jefferson Early Childhood Center is located in the Villa Park neighborhood of Moline, IL.
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