For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 343 students in 62702, IL.
The top-ranked public preschool in 62702, IL is Ridgely Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 62702 have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Illinois public pre school average of 22%), and reading proficiency score of 12% (versus the 25% statewide average). Pre schools in 62702, IL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Illinois public preschool average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62702, IL Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ridgely Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2040 N 8th St
Springfield, IL 62702
(217) 525-3259
Springfield, IL 62702
(217) 525-3259
Gr: PK-5 | 343 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
62702, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
3040 East Linden Ave
Springfield, IL 62702
(217) 525-3256
Springfield, IL 62702
(217) 525-3256
Gr: K-5 | 279 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 62702, IL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 62702, IL include Ridgely Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 62702?
1 public preschools are located in 62702.
What is the racial composition of students in 62702?
62702 public preschools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Illinois public preschools average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
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