For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 423 students in Dolton, IL.
The top-ranked public preschool in Dolton, IL is Diekman Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Dolton, IL public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Illinois public pre school average of 22%), and reading proficiency score of 8% (versus the 25% statewide average). Pre schools in Dolton have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public preschool average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Dolton, IL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Diekman Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
15121 Dorchester Ave
Dolton, IL 60419
(708) 841-3838
Dolton, IL 60419
(708) 841-3838
Gr: PK-5 | 227 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1
Rank: n/an/a
333 E 142nd St
Dolton, IL 60419
(708) 849-9848
Dolton, IL 60419
(708) 849-9848
Gr: PK | 196 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Dolton, IL?
The top-ranked public preschools in Dolton, IL include Diekman Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Dolton?
2 public preschools are located in Dolton.
What is the racial composition of students in Dolton?
Dolton public preschools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public preschools average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
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