For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 503 students in 62561, IL.
The top-ranked public preschool in 62561, IL is Riverton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 62561 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Illinois public pre school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 8% (versus the 25% statewide average). Pre schools in 62561, IL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public preschool average of 58% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62561, IL Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Riverton Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
209 N 7th St
Riverton, IL 62561
(217) 629-6001
Riverton, IL 62561
(217) 629-6001
Gr: PK-4 | 503 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 62561, IL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 62561, IL include Riverton Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 62561?
1 public preschools are located in 62561.
What is the racial composition of students in 62561?
62561 public preschools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public preschools average of 58% (majority Hispanic).
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