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Best 60045 Illinois Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 265 students in 60045, IL.
The top-ranked public preschool in 60045, IL is Sheridan Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 60045 have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Illinois public pre school average of 22%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 25% statewide average). Pre schools in 60045, IL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Illinois public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public preschool average of 59% (majority Hispanic).

Best 60045, IL Public Preschools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sheridan Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
300 S Waukegan Rd, Lake Forest
Lake Forest, IL 60045
(847) 234-1160
Gr: PK-4 | 265 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 9%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in 60045, IL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 60045, IL include Sheridan Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 60045?
1 public preschools are located in 60045.
What is the racial composition of students in 60045?
60045 public preschools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public preschools average of 59% (majority Hispanic).

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