For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,120 students in 61525, IL.
The top ranked public preschools in 61525, IL are Hickory Grove Elementary School and Dunlap Grade School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø preschools in zipcode 61525 have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the Illinois public pre school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 25% statewide average). Pre schools in 61525, IL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Illinois public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Illinois public preschool average of 58% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61525, IL ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hickory Grove Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2514 W Hickory Grove Rd
Dunlap, IL 61525
(309) 243-8711
Dunlap, IL 61525
(309) 243-8711
Gr: PK-5 | 856 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #22.
Dunlap Grade School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
301 S 1st St
Dunlap, IL 61525
(309) 243-7772
Dunlap, IL 61525
(309) 243-7772
Gr: PK-5 | 264 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 61525, IL?
The top ranked public preschools in 61525, IL include Hickory Grove Elementary School and Dunlap Grade School.
How many public preschools are located in 61525?
2 public preschools are located in 61525.
What is the racial composition of students in 61525?
61525 public preschools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Illinois public preschools average of 58% (majority Hispanic).
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