For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 675 students in 61944, IL.
The top-ranked public preschool in 61944, IL is Crestwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 61944 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Illinois public pre school average of 22%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 25% statewide average). Pre schools in 61944, IL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public preschool average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61944, IL Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Crestwood Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
15601 Us Highway 150
Paris, IL 61944
(217) 465-5391
Paris, IL 61944
(217) 465-5391
Gr: PK-5 | 309 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: n/an/a
300 S Eads Ave
Paris, IL 61944
(217) 264-0835
Paris, IL 61944
(217) 264-0835
Gr: PK | 73 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: n/an/a
509 E Newton St
Paris, IL 61944
(217) 466-6170
Paris, IL 61944
(217) 466-6170
Gr: PK-2 | 293 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 61944, IL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 61944, IL include Crestwood Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 61944?
3 public preschools are located in 61944.
What is the racial composition of students in 61944?
61944 public preschools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public preschools average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
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