For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 639 students in 62522, IL.
The top-ranked public preschool in 62522, IL is Montessori Academy For Peace. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 62522 have an average math proficiency score of 6% (versus the Illinois public pre school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 11% (versus the 25% statewide average). Pre schools in 62522, IL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public preschool average of 58% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62522, IL Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Montessori Academy For Peace
(Math: 6% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
601 N Church St
Decatur, IL 62522
(217) 362-3390
Decatur, IL 62522
(217) 362-3390
Gr: PK-8 | 639 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
62522, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Durfee Magnet Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Magnet School
1077 W Grand Ave
Decatur, IL 62522
(217) 362-3500
Decatur, IL 62522
(217) 362-3500
Gr: K-6
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 62522, IL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 62522, IL include Montessori Academy For Peace.
How many public preschools are located in 62522?
1 public preschools are located in 62522.
What is the racial composition of students in 62522?
62522 public preschools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public preschools average of 58% (majority Hispanic).
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