For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 245 students in 62264, IL.
The top ranked public preschool in 62264, IL is New Athens Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 62264 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Illinois public pre school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 25% statewide average). Pre schools in 62264, IL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Illinois public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public preschool average of 58% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62264, IL Public Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
New Athens Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
501 Hanft St
New Athens, IL 62264
(618) 475-2172
New Athens, IL 62264
(618) 475-2172
Gr: PK-5 | 245 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 62264, IL?
The top ranked public preschools in 62264, IL include New Athens Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 62264?
1 public preschools are located in 62264.
What is the racial composition of students in 62264?
62264 public preschools minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public preschools average of 58% (majority Hispanic).
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