For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 469 students in 61443, IL.
The top-ranked public preschool in 61443, IL is Wethersfield Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 61443 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Illinois public pre school average of 22%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 25% statewide average). Pre schools in 61443, IL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public preschool average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61443, IL Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wethersfield Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
439 Willard St
Kewanee, IL 61443
(309) 853-4800
Kewanee, IL 61443
(309) 853-4800
Gr: PK-6 | 296 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: n/an/a
920 N Burr St
Kewanee, IL 61443
(309) 852-2449
Kewanee, IL 61443
(309) 852-2449
Gr: PK | 173 students Student-teacher ratio: 35:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 61443, IL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 61443, IL include Wethersfield Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 61443?
2 public preschools are located in 61443.
What is the racial composition of students in 61443?
61443 public preschools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public preschools average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
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