For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 590 students in 61036, IL.
The top ranked public preschool in 61036, IL is Galena Elementary And Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 61036 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Illinois public pre school average of 22%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 25% statewide average). Pre schools in 61036, IL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Illinois public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public preschool average of 58% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61036, IL Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Galena Elementary And Middle School
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
219 Kelly Ln
Galena, IL 61036
(815) 777-2200
Galena, IL 61036
(815) 777-2200
Grades: PK-8
| 590 students
61036, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1230 Franklin St
Galena, IL 61036
(815) 777-2413
Galena, IL 61036
(815) 777-2413
Grades: 5-8
| 259 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 61036, IL?
The top ranked public preschools in 61036, IL include Galena Elementary And Middle School.
How many public preschools are located in 61036?
1 public preschools are located in 61036.
What is the racial composition of students in 61036?
61036 public preschools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public preschools average of 58% (majority Hispanic).
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