For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 295 students in 61736, IL.
The top-ranked public preschool in 61736, IL is Tri-valley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 61736 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Illinois public pre school average of 22%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 25% statewide average). Pre schools in 61736, IL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of Illinois public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public preschool average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61736, IL Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tri-valley Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
409 E Washington St
Downs, IL 61736
(309) 378-2031
Downs, IL 61736
(309) 378-2031
Gr: PK-3 | 295 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 61736, IL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 61736, IL include Tri-valley Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 61736?
1 public preschools are located in 61736.
What is the racial composition of students in 61736?
61736 public preschools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public preschools average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
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