For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 532 students in Pekin, IN.
The top-ranked public preschool in Pekin, IN is East Washington Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Pekin, IN public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Indiana public pre school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in Pekin have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Indiana public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public preschool average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Pekin, IN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
East Washington Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1020 N Eastern School Rd
Pekin, IN 47165
(812) 967-2929
Pekin, IN 47165
(812) 967-2929
Gr: PK-4 | 532 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Pekin, IN?
The top-ranked public preschools in Pekin, IN include East Washington Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Pekin?
1 public preschools are located in Pekin.
What is the racial composition of students in Pekin?
Pekin public preschools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public preschools average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
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