For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,088 students in Elmwood Park, IL.
The top-ranked public preschools in Elmwood Park, IL are John Mills Elementary School and Sayre Elementary Language Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Elmwood Park, IL public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Illinois public pre school average of 22%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 25% statewide average). Pre schools in Elmwood Park have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public preschool average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Elmwood Park, IL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
John Mills Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2824 N 76th Ave
Elmwood Park, IL 60707
(708) 452-3560
Elmwood Park, IL 60707
(708) 452-3560
Gr: PK-5 | 711 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #22.
Sayre Elementary Language Academy
(Math: 10% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1850 N Newland Ave
Elmwood Park, IL 60707
(773) 534-3351
Elmwood Park, IL 60707
(773) 534-3351
Gr: PK-8 | 377 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Elmwood Park, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Elmwood Park, IL?
The top-ranked public preschools in Elmwood Park, IL include John Mills Elementary School and Sayre Elementary Language Academy.
How many public preschools are located in Elmwood Park?
2 public preschools are located in Elmwood Park.
What is the racial composition of students in Elmwood Park?
Elmwood Park public preschools minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public preschools average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Recent Articles
The School Choice Comparison Worksheet: 15 Factors Beyond Test Scores
Compare public schools with confidence using this 15-factor worksheet that looks beyond test scores to school culture, programs, safety, and student support.
Boundary Changes and Rezoning: How to Protect Your Child's School Plan
Learn why school boundary changes happen, how rezoning affects families, and the practical steps parents can take to protect their child's educational plan.
Teacher Turnover: How to Read the Warning Signs
Learn how to identify warning signs of teacher turnover, what causes frequent staff changes, and how parents can evaluate school stability.