For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 314 students in Junction, IL.
The top-ranked public preschool in Junction, IL is Gallatin Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Junction, IL public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Illinois public pre school average of 22%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 25% statewide average). Pre schools in Junction have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public preschool average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Junction, IL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gallatin Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5175 Highway 13
Junction, IL 62954
(618) 272-3821
Junction, IL 62954
(618) 272-3821
Gr: PK-4 | 314 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Junction, IL?
The top-ranked public preschools in Junction, IL include Gallatin Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Junction?
1 public preschools are located in Junction.
What is the racial composition of students in Junction?
Junction public preschools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public preschools average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
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