Wilkinson Early Childhood Center

Wilkinson Early Childhood Center serves 256 students in grades Prekindergarten-2. 
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-2
  • Enrollment: 256 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 66%
  • : ≤20%
  • : 21-39%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Wilkinson Early Childhood Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:

School Overview

Wilkinson Early Childhood Center's student population of 256 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
256 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings

The diversity score of Wilkinson Early Childhood Center is 0.54, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MO)
(10-11)
≤20%
54%
(10-11)
21-39%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
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Hispanic
2%
8%
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Black
59%
15%
This chart displays the percentage of Black students in Wilkinson Early Childhood Center and the percentage of Black public school students in Missouri by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
White
34%
69%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
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All Ethnic Groups
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Wilkinson Early Childhood Center.
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Missouri.
0.54
This chart displays the diversity score of Wilkinson Early Childhood Center and the public school average diversity score of Missouri by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
41%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
7%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Wilkinson Early Childhood Center and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Missouri by year, with the latest 2013-14 school year data.
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Wilkinson Early Childhood Center often compared to?
Wilkinson Early Childhood Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Mason Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% MO state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% MO state average).
How many students attend Wilkinson Early Childhood Center?
256 students attend Wilkinson Early Childhood Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Wilkinson Early Childhood Center students are Black, 34% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wilkinson Early Childhood Center?
Wilkinson Early Childhood Center has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wilkinson Early Childhood Center offer ?
Wilkinson Early Childhood Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Wilkinson Early Childhood Center part of?
Wilkinson Early Childhood Center is part of St. Louis City School District.
In what neighborhood is Wilkinson Early Childhood Center located?
Wilkinson Early Childhood Center is located in the Franz Park neighborhood of Saint Louis, MO.

School Reviews

5   6/10/2017
My son had his first year as a Wilkie Bear this year, and we have loved our experience! He will be returning next year and I have no doubt that it will be another great year. His teachers are very caring, and the school has a wonderful community feel. They have the latest technology, so I am never worried that he isn't learning a ton. I highly recommend Wilkinson ECC!
- Posted by Parent - Sumer
5   10/24/2009
When we first toured the school, the staff was very warm and friendly. Most of the teachers there have master's degrees. They have a more positive approach to discipline, too, it seemed. They also appeared to be really following Project Construct, from what we saw in the classrooms. The tour guide, Diane Taylor, told us about the two curriculums, Open Court (which they appear to be phasing out) and Project Construct. When I asked her to explain, she went into one of the preschool rooms and the teacher came over and explained it all pretty articulately and she also said that with preschool they try to make it play oriented because their natural state is play (which goes along with my own personal philosophy). Old, well-kept building with a new playground on a quiet, tucked-away street in Dogtown. Our child has been going to school there now for over a year and is very happy, as our we. The PTO is also very involved and gets things done. Highly recommended St. Louis City Magnet School!
- Posted by Parent - koppe

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-2
  • Enrollment: 256 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 66%
  • : ≤20%
  • : 21-39%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education

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