For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,704 students in 60706, IL.
The top-ranked public preschools in 60706, IL are Union Ridge Elementary School, J Leigh Elementary School and Pennoyer Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 60706 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Illinois public pre school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 25% statewide average). Pre schools in 60706, IL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public preschool average of 58% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60706, IL Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Union Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4600 N Oak Park Ave
Harwood Heights, IL 60706
(708) 867-5822
Harwood Heights, IL 60706
(708) 867-5822
Gr: PK-8 | 647 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
J Leigh Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8151 W Lawrence Ave
Harwood Heights, IL 60706
(708) 583-2068
Harwood Heights, IL 60706
(708) 583-2068
Gr: PK-4 | 622 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #33.
Pennoyer Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5200 N Cumberland Ave
Harwood Heights, IL 60706
(708) 456-9094
Harwood Heights, IL 60706
(708) 456-9094
Gr: PK-8 | 435 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 60706, IL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 60706, IL include Union Ridge Elementary School, J Leigh Elementary School and Pennoyer Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 60706?
3 public preschools are located in 60706.
What is the racial composition of students in 60706?
60706 public preschools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public preschools average of 58% (majority Hispanic).
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