For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 213 students in 61062, IL.
The top-ranked public preschool in 61062, IL is Pearl City Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 61062 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Illinois public pre school average of 22%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 25% statewide average). Pre schools in 61062, IL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public preschool average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61062, IL Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pearl City Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
100 S Summit St
Pearl City, IL 61062
(815) 443-2715
Pearl City, IL 61062
(815) 443-2715
Gr: PK-6 | 213 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 61062, IL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 61062, IL include Pearl City Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 61062?
1 public preschools are located in 61062.
What is the racial composition of students in 61062?
61062 public preschools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public preschools average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
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