For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 300 students in 62917, IL.
The top-ranked public preschool in 62917, IL is Carrier Mills-stonefort Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 62917 have an average math proficiency score of 5% (versus the Illinois public pre school average of 22%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 25% statewide average). Pre schools in 62917, IL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public preschool average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62917, IL Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Carrier Mills-stonefort Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
213 W Furlong St
Carrier Mills, IL 62917
(618) 994-2413
Carrier Mills, IL 62917
(618) 994-2413
Gr: PK-8 | 300 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 62917, IL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 62917, IL include Carrier Mills-stonefort Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 62917?
1 public preschools are located in 62917.
What is the racial composition of students in 62917?
62917 public preschools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public preschools average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
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