For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 558 students in 61856, IL.
The top ranked public preschool in 61856, IL is Washington School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 61856 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Illinois public pre school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 25% statewide average). Pre schools in 61856, IL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Illinois public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Illinois public preschool average of 58% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61856, IL Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Washington School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3 Sage Dr
Monticello, IL 61856
(217) 762-8511
Monticello, IL 61856
(217) 762-8511
Gr: PK-3 | 558 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
61856, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
700 N Buchanan St
Monticello, IL 61856
(217) 762-8511
Monticello, IL 61856
(217) 762-8511
Gr: PK-1 | 265 students Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 61856, IL?
The top ranked public preschools in 61856, IL include Washington School.
How many public preschools are located in 61856?
1 public preschools are located in 61856.
What is the racial composition of students in 61856?
61856 public preschools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Illinois public preschools average of 58% (majority Hispanic).
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