For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 232 students in 62964, IL.
The top-ranked public preschool in 62964, IL is Meridian Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 62964 have an average math proficiency score of 5% (versus the Illinois public pre school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 5% (versus the 25% statewide average). Pre schools in 62964, IL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public preschool average of 58% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62964, IL Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Meridian Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1401 Mounds Rd
Mounds, IL 62964
(618) 342-6778
Mounds, IL 62964
(618) 342-6778
Gr: PK-5 | 232 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 62964, IL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 62964, IL include Meridian Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 62964?
1 public preschools are located in 62964.
What is the racial composition of students in 62964?
62964 public preschools minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public preschools average of 58% (majority Hispanic).
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