For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 571 students in Benton, IL.
The top-ranked public preschool in Benton, IL is Benton Grade School K-4. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Benton, IL public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Illinois public pre school average of 22%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 25% statewide average). Pre schools in Benton have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public preschool average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Benton, IL (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Benton Grade School K-4
(Math: 25% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1000 E Mckenzie St
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 438-7181
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 438-7181
Gr: PK-4 | 571 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Benton, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1000 Forrest St
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 438-4011
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 438-4011
Gr: 5-8 | 495 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Benton, IL?
The top-ranked public preschools in Benton, IL include Benton Grade School K-4.
How many public preschools are located in Benton?
1 public preschools are located in Benton.
What is the racial composition of students in Benton?
Benton public preschools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public preschools average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
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