For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 460 students in 62948, IL.
Public preschools in zipcode 62948 have a diversity score of 0.35, which is less than the Illinois public preschool average of 0.70.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public preschool average of 58% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62948, IL Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: n/an/a
601 N 17th St
Herrin, IL 62948
(618) 942-5418
Herrin, IL 62948
(618) 942-5418
Gr: PK-1 | 460 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
62948, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Chittyville Alternative Center (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
700 N 10th
Herrin, IL 62948
(618) 942-6625
Herrin, IL 62948
(618) 942-6625
Gr: 7-12 | 24 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Frequently Asked Questions
How many public preschools are located in 62948, IL?
1 public preschools are located in 62948, IL.
What is the racial composition of students in 62948?
62948 public preschools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public preschools average of 58% (majority Hispanic).
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