For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 609 students in 62629, IL.
The top-ranked public preschool in 62629, IL is Ball Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 62629 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Illinois public pre school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 25% statewide average). Pre schools in 62629, IL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public preschool average of 58% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62629, IL Public Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ball Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1015 New City Rd
Chatham, IL 62629
(217) 483-2414
Chatham, IL 62629
(217) 483-2414
Gr: PK-4 | 609 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 62629, IL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 62629, IL include Ball Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 62629?
1 public preschools are located in 62629.
What is the racial composition of students in 62629?
62629 public preschools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public preschools average of 58% (majority Hispanic).
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