For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 558 students in 61856, IL.
The top-ranked public preschool in 61856, IL is Washington School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 61856 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Illinois public pre school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 25% statewide average). Pre schools in 61856, IL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Illinois public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Illinois public preschool average of 58% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61856, IL Public Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Washington School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3 Sage Dr
Monticello, IL 61856
(217) 762-8511
Monticello, IL 61856
(217) 762-8511
Gr: PK-3 | 558 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
61856, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
700 N Buchanan St
Monticello, IL 61856
(217) 762-8511
Monticello, IL 61856
(217) 762-8511
Gr: PK-1 | 265 students Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 61856, IL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 61856, IL include Washington School.
How many public preschools are located in 61856?
1 public preschools are located in 61856.
What is the racial composition of students in 61856?
61856 public preschools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Illinois public preschools average of 58% (majority Hispanic).
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