Hamilton County Preschool Center serves 89 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 30:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 89 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 30:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hamilton County Preschool Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Hamilton County Preschool Center's student population of 89 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Total Students
89 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
The diversity score of Hamilton County Preschool Center is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
30:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
5%
28%
Black
1%
16%
White
92%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Hamilton County Preschool Center?
89 students attend Hamilton County Preschool Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Hamilton County Preschool Center students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hamilton County Preschool Center?
Hamilton County Preschool Center has a student ration of 30:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hamilton County Preschool Center offer ?
Hamilton County Preschool Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten
What school district is Hamilton County Preschool Center part of?
Hamilton County Preschool Center is part of Hamilton Co CUSD 10 School District.
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