Best 62650 Illinois Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 247 students in 62650, IL.
Public preschools in zipcode 62650 have a diversity score of 0.55, which is less than the Illinois public preschool average of 0.70.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Illinois public preschool average of 59% (majority Hispanic).

Best 62650, IL Public Preschools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Il School For The Visually Impaired
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
658 E State St
Jacksonville, IL 62650
(217) 479-4400
Gr: PK-12
Rank: #22.
Illinois School For The Deaf
Special Education School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10% )
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
125 S Webster Ave
Jacksonville, IL 62650
(217) 479-4201
Gr: PK-12
Rank: n/an/a
The Early Years
516 Jordan St
Jacksonville, IL 62650
(217) 243-2876
Gr: PK | 247 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: n/an/a
3 W Central Park Plz
Jacksonville, IL 62650
(217) 243-7402
Gr: PK

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in 62650, IL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 62650, IL include Il School For The Visually Impaired and Illinois School For The Deaf.
How many public preschools are located in 62650?
4 public preschools are located in 62650.
What is the racial composition of students in 62650?
62650 public preschools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Illinois public preschools average of 59% (majority Hispanic).

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