Summerdale Early Childhood Center serves 460 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 460 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Summerdale Early Childhood Center's student population of 460 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Total Students
460 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Summerdale Early Childhood Center is 0.59, which is less 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
22:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
15%
28%
Black
60%
17%
White
17%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
30%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Summerdale Early Childhood Center?
460 students attend Summerdale Early Childhood Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Summerdale Early Childhood Center students are Black, 17% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Summerdale Early Childhood Center?
Summerdale Early Childhood Center has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Summerdale Early Childhood Center offer ?
Summerdale Early Childhood Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten
What school district is Summerdale Early Childhood Center part of?
Summerdale Early Childhood Center is part of Rockford SD 205 School District.
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