For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,323 students in Darien, IL.
The top-ranked public preschool in Darien, IL is Concord Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Darien, IL public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Illinois public pre school average of 22%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 25% statewide average). Pre schools in Darien have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Illinois public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Illinois public preschool average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Darien, IL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Concord Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1019 Concord Pl
Darien, IL 60561
(331) 481-4000
Darien, IL 60561
(331) 481-4000
Gr: PK-4 | 460 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: n/an/a
2000 Manning Rd
Darien, IL 60561
(630) 783-5200
Darien, IL 60561
(630) 783-5200
Gr: PK-2 | 410 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: n/an/a
6801 Wilmette Ave
Darien, IL 60561
(630) 852-0200
Darien, IL 60561
(630) 852-0200
Gr: PK-2 | 453 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Darien, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
7301 Fairview Ave
Darien, IL 60561
(630) 969-6660
Darien, IL 60561
(630) 969-6660
Gr: PK-5 | 438 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Darien, IL?
The top-ranked public preschools in Darien, IL include Concord Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Darien?
3 public preschools are located in Darien.
What is the racial composition of students in Darien?
Darien public preschools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Illinois public preschools average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
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