For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 612 students in 62278, IL.
The top-ranked public preschool in 62278, IL is Red Bud Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 62278 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Illinois public pre school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 25% statewide average). Pre schools in 62278, IL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public preschool average of 58% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62278, IL Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Red Bud Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
200 W Field Dr
Red Bud, IL 62278
(618) 282-3858
Red Bud, IL 62278
(618) 282-3858
Gr: PK-8 | 612 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
62278, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Red Brick School Omega (Closed 2018)
Alternative School
6137 Beck Rd
Red Bud, IL 62278
(618) 473-2222
Red Bud, IL 62278
(618) 473-2222
Gr: 9-12 | 3 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 62278, IL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 62278, IL include Red Bud Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 62278?
1 public preschools are located in 62278.
What is the racial composition of students in 62278?
62278 public preschools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public preschools average of 58% (majority Hispanic).
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