For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 241 students in Philo, IL.
The top-ranked public preschool in Philo, IL is Unity East. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Philo, IL public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Illinois public pre school average of 22%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 25% statewide average). Pre schools in Philo have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Illinois public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Illinois public preschool average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Philo, IL (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Unity East
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1638 County Road 1000 N
Philo, IL 61864
(217) 684-5218
Philo, IL 61864
(217) 684-5218
Gr: PK-5 | 241 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Philo, IL?
The top-ranked public preschools in Philo, IL include Unity East.
How many public preschools are located in Philo?
1 public preschools are located in Philo.
What is the racial composition of students in Philo?
Philo public preschools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Illinois public preschools average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
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