For the 2026-27 school year, there are 7 public preschools serving 1,646 students in 60426, IL.
The top-ranked public preschools in 60426, IL are Lincoln Elementary School, Bryant Elementary School and Holmes Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 60426 have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Illinois public pre school average of 22%), and reading proficiency score of 10% (versus the 25% statewide average). Pre schools in 60426, IL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public preschool average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60426, IL Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
14100 Honore Ave
Harvey, IL 60426
(708) 597-4160
Harvey, IL 60426
(708) 597-4160
Gr: PK-K | 174 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Rank: #22.
Bryant Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
14700 Main St
Harvey, IL 60426
(708) 331-1390
Harvey, IL 60426
(708) 331-1390
Gr: PK-5 | 294 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Holmes Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
16000 Carse Ave
Harvey, IL 60426
(708) 333-0440
Harvey, IL 60426
(708) 333-0440
Gr: PK-5 | 270 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Maya Angelou Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
15748 Page Ave
Harvey, IL 60426
(708) 333-0740
Harvey, IL 60426
(708) 333-0740
Gr: PK-5 | 271 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Whittier Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
71 E 152nd St
Harvey, IL 60426
(708) 331-1130
Harvey, IL 60426
(708) 331-1130
Gr: PK-5 | 197 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: n/an/a
16001 Lincoln Ave, Riley Pre-k
Harvey, IL 60426
(708) 210-3960
Harvey, IL 60426
(708) 210-3960
Gr: PK | 132 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1
Rank: n/an/a
393 E 163rd St
Harvey, IL 60426
(708) 339-2710
Harvey, IL 60426
(708) 339-2710
Gr: PK-1 | 308 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
60426, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
191 W 155th Pl
Harvey, IL 60426
(708) 225-2205
Harvey, IL 60426
(708) 225-2205
Gr: K-5 | 162 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
15636 Lexington Ave
Harvey, IL 60426
(708) 333-0478
Harvey, IL 60426
(708) 333-0478
Gr: K-6 | 170 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Pace Elementary Program (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
15500 Eighth Ave
Harvey, IL 60426
(708) 331-0912
Harvey, IL 60426
(708) 331-0912
Pace Elementary School (Closed 2024)
Special Education School
14500 Myrtle Ave, Sandburg Sch
Harvey, IL 60426
(708) 841-0432
Harvey, IL 60426
(708) 841-0432
Gr: K-6
14500 Myrtle Ave
Harvey, IL 60426
(708) 333-1351
Harvey, IL 60426
(708) 333-1351
Gr: K-6 | 145 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
15248 Lincoln Ave
Harvey, IL 60426
(708) 225-2200
Harvey, IL 60426
(708) 225-2200
Gr: PK-5 | 248 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 60426, IL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 60426, IL include Lincoln Elementary School, Bryant Elementary School and Holmes Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 60426?
7 public preschools are located in 60426.
What is the racial composition of students in 60426?
60426 public preschools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public preschools average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
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