For the 2026 school year, there are 2 alternative public preschools serving 1 students in Illinois.
Illinois alternative public preschools have a diversity score of 0.00, which is less than the Illinois public preschool average of 0.70.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public preschool average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Best Alternative Public Preschools in Illinois (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: n/an/a
Clnton/mrn/wshngtn Pre-kind Prog
Alternative School
1710 Broadway St
Mount Vernon, IL 62864
(618) 244-8040
Mount Vernon, IL 62864
(618) 244-8040
Gr: PK
Rank: n/an/a
Early Learning Center
Alternative School
300 E Forest Ave
West Chicago, IL 60185
(630) 293-6000
West Chicago, IL 60185
(630) 293-6000
Gr: PK | 1 student
Frequently Asked Questions
How many alternative public preschools are located in Illinois?
2 alternative public preschools are located in Illinois.
What is the racial composition of students in Illinois?
Illinois alternative public preschools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public preschools average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
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