For the 2026 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.
Public 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 Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: PK-5 | 456 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
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
Gr: PK-6 | 329 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
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
Gr: PK-4 | 668 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>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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