For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 807 students in 62226, IL.
The top-ranked public preschools in 62226, IL are Wolf Branch Elementary School and High Mount Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 62226 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Illinois public pre school average of 22%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 25% statewide average). Pre schools in 62226, IL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public preschool average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62226, IL Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wolf Branch Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
125 Huntwood Rd
Belleville, IL 62226
(618) 277-2100
Belleville, IL 62226
(618) 277-2100
Gr: PK-4 | 482 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #22.
High Mount Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1721 Boul Ave
Belleville, IL 62226
(618) 233-1054
Belleville, IL 62226
(618) 233-1054
Gr: PK-8 | 325 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
62226, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
St. Clair County Truant Alternative School (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
1722 West Main St
Belleville, IL 62226
(618) 233-6874
Belleville, IL 62226
(618) 233-6874
Gr: 8-11 | 1 student
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 62226, IL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 62226, IL include Wolf Branch Elementary School and High Mount Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 62226?
2 public preschools are located in 62226.
What is the racial composition of students in 62226?
62226 public preschools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public preschools average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
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