For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 963 students in 61607, IL.
The top-ranked public preschools in 61607, IL are Monroe Elementary School, Limestone Walters Elementary School and Oak Grove School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 61607 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Illinois public pre school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 25% statewide average). Pre schools in 61607, IL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Illinois public preschool average of 58% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61607, IL Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Monroe Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5137 W Cisna Rd
Peoria, IL 61607
(309) 697-3120
Peoria, IL 61607
(309) 697-3120
Gr: PK-8 | 292 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #22.
Limestone Walters Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8223 W Smithville Rd
Peoria, IL 61607
(309) 697-3035
Peoria, IL 61607
(309) 697-3035
Gr: PK-8 | 186 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #33.
Oak Grove School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6018 W Lancaster Rd
Peoria, IL 61607
(309) 697-0621
Peoria, IL 61607
(309) 697-0621
Gr: PK-8 | 280 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #44.
Bartonville Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6000 S Adams St
Peoria, IL 61607
(309) 697-3253
Peoria, IL 61607
(309) 697-3253
Gr: PK-8 | 205 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
61607, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
6018 W Lancaster Rd
Peoria, IL 61607
(309) 697-0621
Peoria, IL 61607
(309) 697-0621
Gr: 5-8 | 148 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 61607, IL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 61607, IL include Monroe Elementary School, Limestone Walters Elementary School and Oak Grove School.
How many public preschools are located in 61607?
4 public preschools are located in 61607.
What is the racial composition of students in 61607?
61607 public preschools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Illinois public preschools average of 58% (majority Hispanic).
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