For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 735 students in 62286, IL.
The top-ranked public preschool in 62286, IL is Sparta Lincoln School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 62286 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Illinois public pre school average of 22%), and reading proficiency score of 15% (versus the 25% statewide average). Pre schools in 62286, IL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public preschool average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62286, IL Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sparta Lincoln School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
203a Dean Ave
Sparta, IL 62286
(618) 443-5331
Sparta, IL 62286
(618) 443-5331
Gr: PK-8 | 735 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
62286, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
119 Legion Dr
Sparta, IL 62286
(618) 443-5331
Sparta, IL 62286
(618) 443-5331
Gr: PK-3 | 378 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 62286, IL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 62286, IL include Sparta Lincoln School.
How many public preschools are located in 62286?
1 public preschools are located in 62286.
What is the racial composition of students in 62286?
62286 public preschools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public preschools average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
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