For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 488 students in 61616, IL.
The top-ranked public preschool in 61616, IL is Peoria Heights Grade School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 61616 have an average math proficiency score of 6% (versus the Illinois public pre school average of 22%), and reading proficiency score of 16% (versus the 25% statewide average). Pre schools in 61616, IL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public preschool average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61616, IL Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Peoria Heights Grade School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
500 E Glen Ave
Peoria Heights, IL 61616
(309) 686-8809
Peoria Heights, IL 61616
(309) 686-8809
Gr: PK-8 | 488 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 61616, IL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 61616, IL include Peoria Heights Grade School.
How many public preschools are located in 61616?
1 public preschools are located in 61616.
What is the racial composition of students in 61616?
61616 public preschools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public preschools average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
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