Woodlawn Early Childhood Center serves 216 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 216 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Woodlawn Early Childhood Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Woodlawn Early Childhood Center's student population of 216 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
216 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Woodlawn Early Childhood Center is 0.80, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
24%
3%
Hispanic
19%
14%
Black
20%
7%
White
24%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Woodlawn Early Childhood Center?
216 students attend Woodlawn Early Childhood Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
24% of Woodlawn Early Childhood Center students are Asian, 24% of students are White, 20% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, and 13% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Woodlawn Early Childhood Center?
Woodlawn Early Childhood Center has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Woodlawn Early Childhood Center offer ?
Woodlawn Early Childhood Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Woodlawn Early Childhood Center part of?
Woodlawn Early Childhood Center is part of Des Moines Independent Comm School District.
In what neighborhood is Woodlawn Early Childhood Center located?
Woodlawn Early Childhood Center is located in the Lower Beaver neighborhood of Des Moines, IA. There are 1 other public schools located in Lower Beaver.
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