Melrose Ymca Childcare in Melrose, MA serves 37 students in pre–kindergarten through kindergarten in a Christian–affiliated early childhood program.
The school employs one teacher for a student–teacher ratio of 37:1 and maintains an average class size of 15 students.
Enrollment includes 11.76% students of color, reflecting some diversity within the student body.
Melrose Ymca Childcare is part of a suburban community and offers co–educational day care services with a focus on early learning.
The program is affiliated with other religious associations and provides education for children ages pre–kindergarten to kindergarten.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 37 students
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Student Body
Total Students
37 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
12%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student-Teacher Ratio
37:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: For a better us.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Melrose Ymca Childcare?
The application deadline for Melrose Ymca Childcare is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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