Lessenger Early Childhood Center serves 52 students in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten.
The student:teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 52 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lessenger Early Childhood Center's student population of 52 students has grown by 92% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Total Students
52 students
Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Lessenger Early Childhood Center is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
92%
18%
White
8%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups


Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Lessenger Early Childhood Center?
52 students attend Lessenger Early Childhood Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Lessenger Early Childhood Center students are Black, and 8% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lessenger Early Childhood Center?
Lessenger Early Childhood Center has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lessenger Early Childhood Center offer ?
Lessenger Early Childhood Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
What school district is Lessenger Early Childhood Center part of?
Lessenger Early Childhood Center is part of Oak Park School District Of The City Of.
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