For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 67 students in 62059, IL.
The top-ranked public preschool in 62059, IL is Lovejoy Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 62059 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Illinois public pre school average of 22%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 25% statewide average). Pre schools in 62059, IL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public preschool average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62059, IL Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lovejoy Elementary School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
800 Madison St
Lovejoy, IL 62059
(618) 271-1014
Lovejoy, IL 62059
(618) 271-1014
Gr: PK-5 | 67 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 62059, IL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 62059, IL include Lovejoy Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 62059?
1 public preschools are located in 62059.
What is the racial composition of students in 62059?
62059 public preschools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public preschools average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
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