For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 902 students in Shorewood, IL.
The top-ranked public preschools in Shorewood, IL are Troy Hofer Elementary School and Troy Cronin Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Shorewood, IL public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Illinois public pre school average of 22%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 25% statewide average). Pre schools in Shorewood have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public preschool average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Shorewood, IL (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Troy Hofer Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
910 Vertin Blvd
Shorewood, IL 60404
(815) 577-6760
Shorewood, IL 60404
(815) 577-6760
Gr: PK-4 | 436 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #22.
Troy Cronin Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
210 E Black Rd
Shorewood, IL 60404
(815) 577-6760
Shorewood, IL 60404
(815) 577-6760
Gr: PK-4 | 466 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Shorewood, IL?
The top-ranked public preschools in Shorewood, IL include Troy Hofer Elementary School and Troy Cronin Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Shorewood?
2 public preschools are located in Shorewood.
What is the racial composition of students in Shorewood?
Shorewood public preschools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public preschools average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
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