For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 178 students in 62326, IL.
The top ranked public preschool in 62326, IL is West Prairie South Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 62326 have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the Illinois public pre school average of 22%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 25% statewide average). Pre schools in 62326, IL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public preschool average of 58% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62326, IL Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
West Prairie South Elementary School
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
310 S Coal St
Colchester, IL 62326
(309) 776-3790
Colchester, IL 62326
(309) 776-3790
Grades: PK-6
| 178 students
62326, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
600 S Hun St
Colchester, IL 62326
(309) 776-3220
Colchester, IL 62326
(309) 776-3220
Grades: 9-12
| 143 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 62326, IL?
The top ranked public preschools in 62326, IL include West Prairie South Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 62326?
1 public preschools are located in 62326.
What is the racial composition of students in 62326?
62326 public preschools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public preschools average of 58% (majority Hispanic).
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