For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 136 students in 62998, IL.
The top-ranked public preschool in 62998, IL is Shawnee Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 62998 have an average math proficiency score of 5% (versus the Illinois public pre school average of 22%), and reading proficiency score of 8% (versus the 25% statewide average). Pre schools in 62998, IL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public preschool average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62998, IL Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Shawnee Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3365 N State Route 3
Wolf Lake, IL 62998
(618) 833-4975
Wolf Lake, IL 62998
(618) 833-4975
Gr: PK-5 | 136 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 62998, IL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 62998, IL include Shawnee Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 62998?
1 public preschools are located in 62998.
What is the racial composition of students in 62998?
62998 public preschools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public preschools average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
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