For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 160 students in 62540, IL.
The top-ranked public preschool in 62540, IL is South Fork Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 62540 have an average math proficiency score of 5% (versus the Illinois public pre school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 10% (versus the 25% statewide average). Pre schools in 62540, IL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public preschool average of 58% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62540, IL Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Fork Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
550 Prairie Street
Kincaid, IL 62540
(217) 237-4331
Kincaid, IL 62540
(217) 237-4331
Gr: PK-5 | 160 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 62540, IL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 62540, IL include South Fork Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 62540?
1 public preschools are located in 62540.
What is the racial composition of students in 62540?
62540 public preschools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public preschools average of 58% (majority Hispanic).
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