St. Lawrence Early Childhood Center is located on the West side of Wisconsin Rapids.
From the inviting Noah's Ark murals on the walls to the compassionate staff, St. Lawrence ECC is a one story building designed with the young child in mind.
St. Lawrence ECC offers Child Care, and Preschool as part of the Wisconsin Rapids Area Catholic Schools, as well as a host site for the Public School 4K program.
The Wisconsin Rapids Area Catholic Schools (WRACS) are a Catholic co-educational school system serving Wisconsin Rapids and the surrounding area.
As a caring community based on Catholic values, the curriculum emphasizes spirituality development, excellence in academics, and community involvement.
The Wisconsin Rapids Area Catholic Schools prepare the student academically and spiritually for a changing global society.
The Catholic/Christian environment encourages the student to relate faith and Gospel teaching to all aspects of life.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 90 students
- Acceptance rate: 100%
- 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 Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
90 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
2%
State avg.: 35%
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Please contact the director for more details.
Acceptance Rate
100%
National avg.: 82%
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of St. Lawrence Early Childhood Center?
The acceptance rate of St. Lawrence Early Childhood Center is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 89%.
When is the application deadline for St. Lawrence Early Childhood Center?
The application deadline for St. Lawrence Early Childhood Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to St. Lawrence Early Childhood Center is Assumption Catholic Schools (1.2 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is St. Pauls Evangelical Lutheran School (0.5 miles away)
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Quick Facts
St. Pauls Evangelical Lutheran School
(Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod)
311 14th Ave S
Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54495
(715) 421-3634
Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54495
(715) 421-3634
0.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 107 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition listed
Our Lady Queen Of Heaven Elementary School
(Catholic)
750 10th Ave S
Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54495
(715) 422-0980
Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54495
(715) 422-0980
0.8 miles
Gr: K-2 | 80 students
Assumption Catholic Schools
(Catholic)
440 Mead St
Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494
(715) 422-0902
Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494
(715) 422-0902
1.2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 409 students
Assumption High School
(Catholic)
445 Chestnut St
Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494
(715) 422-0910
Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494
(715) 422-0910
1.2 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 134 students Acceptance rate listed
111 11th Street N
Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494
(715) 423-0272
Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494
(715) 423-0272
1.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 206 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition listed
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