For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 862 students in 60491, IL.
The top-ranked public preschools in 60491, IL are William E Young School and Goodings Grove School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 60491 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Illinois public pre school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 25% statewide average). Pre schools in 60491, IL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Illinois public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public preschool average of 58% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60491, IL Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
William E Young School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
16240 S Cedar Rd
Homer Glen, IL 60491
(708) 226-2010
Homer Glen, IL 60491
(708) 226-2010
Gr: PK-1 | 467 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
Goodings Grove School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
12914 W 143rd St
Homer Glen, IL 60491
(708) 226-7650
Homer Glen, IL 60491
(708) 226-7650
Gr: PK-1 | 395 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 60491, IL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 60491, IL include William E Young School and Goodings Grove School.
How many public preschools are located in 60491?
2 public preschools are located in 60491.
What is the racial composition of students in 60491?
60491 public preschools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public preschools average of 58% (majority Hispanic).
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