For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 96 students in 62875, IL.
The top-ranked public preschool in 62875, IL is Patoka Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 62875 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Illinois public pre school average of 22%), and reading proficiency score of 8% (versus the 25% statewide average). Pre schools in 62875, IL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public preschool average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62875, IL Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Patoka Elementary School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1220 Kinoka Rd
Patoka, IL 62875
(618) 432-5200
Patoka, IL 62875
(618) 432-5200
Gr: PK-5 | 96 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 62875, IL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 62875, IL include Patoka Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 62875?
1 public preschools are located in 62875.
What is the racial composition of students in 62875?
62875 public preschools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public preschools average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
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