Best 61554 Illinois Public Preschools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 438 students in 61554, IL.
The top ranked public preschool in 61554, IL is Marquette Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 61554 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Illinois public pre school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 25% statewide average). Pre schools in 61554, IL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Illinois public preschool average of 58% (majority Hispanic).

Best 61554, IL Public Preschools (2025)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Marquette Elementary School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
100 Joliet Rd
Pekin, IL 61554
(309) 382-3612
Gr: PK-3 | 224 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
1000 Koch St
Pekin, IL 61554
(309) 477-4730
Gr: PK | 214 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 61554 Illinois

61554, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
109 Rogers Rd
Pekin, IL 61554
(309) 382-3401
Gr: 3-5 | 134 students Minority enrollment: 14%
200 South 2nd St
Pekin, IL 61554
(309) 353-5011
Gr: 9-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public preschools in 61554, IL?
The top ranked public preschools in 61554, IL include Marquette Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 61554?
2 public preschools are located in 61554.
What is the racial composition of students in 61554?
61554 public preschools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Illinois public preschools average of 58% (majority Hispanic).

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