For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 116 students in Newark, IL.
The top-ranked public preschool in Newark, IL is Newark Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Newark, IL public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Illinois public pre school average of 22%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 25% statewide average). Pre schools in Newark have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public preschool average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Newark, IL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Newark Elementary School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
503 Chicago Rd
Newark, IL 60541
(815) 695-5143
Newark, IL 60541
(815) 695-5143
Gr: PK-4 | 116 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Newark, IL?
The top-ranked public preschools in Newark, IL include Newark Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Newark?
1 public preschools are located in Newark.
What is the racial composition of students in Newark?
Newark public preschools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public preschools average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
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