For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 699 students in 62959, IL.
The top-ranked public preschools in 62959, IL are Jefferson Elementary School and Crab Orchard Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 62959 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Illinois public pre school average of 22%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 25% statewide average). Pre schools in 62959, IL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public preschool average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62959, IL Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
700 E Boulevard St
Marion, IL 62959
(618) 997-5766
Marion, IL 62959
(618) 997-5766
Gr: PK-5 | 376 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #22.
Crab Orchard Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
19189 Bailey St
Marion, IL 62959
(618) 982-2181
Marion, IL 62959
(618) 982-2181
Gr: PK-8 | 323 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 62959, IL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 62959, IL include Jefferson Elementary School and Crab Orchard Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 62959?
2 public preschools are located in 62959.
What is the racial composition of students in 62959?
62959 public preschools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public preschools average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
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