For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,453 students in 62221, IL.
The top ranked public preschools in 62221, IL are Wingate Elementary School, Jefferson Elementary School and Whiteside Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø preschools in zipcode 62221 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Illinois public pre school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 25% statewide average). Pre schools in 62221, IL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public preschool average of 58% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62221, IL ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Wingate Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
150 Wingate Blvd
Belleville, IL 62221
(618) 746-4802
Belleville, IL 62221
(618) 746-4802
Grades: PK-5
| 456 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1400 N Charles St
Belleville, IL 62221
(618) 233-3798
Belleville, IL 62221
(618) 233-3798
Grades: PK-6
| 329 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Whiteside Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2028 Lebanon Ave
Belleville, IL 62221
(618) 239-0000
Belleville, IL 62221
(618) 239-0000
Grades: PK-4
| 668 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 62221, IL?
The top ranked public preschools in 62221, IL include Wingate Elementary School, Jefferson Elementary School and Whiteside Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 62221?
3 public preschools are located in 62221.
What is the racial composition of students in 62221?
62221 public preschools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Illinois public preschools average of 58% (majority Hispanic).
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