For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 594 students in 61354, IL.
The top-ranked public preschool in 61354, IL is Northview Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 61354 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Illinois public pre school average of 22%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 25% statewide average). Pre schools in 61354, IL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public preschool average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61354, IL Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Northview Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2100 Plum Street
Peru, IL 61354
(815) 223-1111
Peru, IL 61354
(815) 223-1111
Gr: PK-4 | 594 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
61354, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1325 Park Rd
Peru, IL 61354
(815) 223-0301
Peru, IL 61354
(815) 223-0301
Gr: 2-4 | 273 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 61354, IL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 61354, IL include Northview Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 61354?
1 public preschools are located in 61354.
What is the racial composition of students in 61354?
61354 public preschools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public preschools average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
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