For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 129 students in 62912, IL.
The top ranked public preschool in 62912, IL is Lick Creek Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø preschool in zipcode 62912 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Illinois public pre school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 25% statewide average). Pre schools in 62912, IL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public preschool average of 58% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62912, IL ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lick Creek Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7355 Lick Creek Rd
Buncombe, IL 62912
(618) 833-2545
Buncombe, IL 62912
(618) 833-2545
Gr: PK-8 | 129 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 62912, IL?
The top ranked public preschools in 62912, IL include Lick Creek Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 62912?
1 public preschools are located in 62912.
What is the racial composition of students in 62912?
62912 public preschools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public preschools average of 58% (majority Hispanic).
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