For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,336 students in 61550, IL.
The top-ranked public preschools in 61550, IL are Grundy Elementary School, Lincoln Elementary School and Jefferson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 61550 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Illinois public pre school average of 22%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 25% statewide average). Pre schools in 61550, IL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Illinois public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public preschool average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61550, IL Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Grundy Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1100 S 4th Ave
Morton, IL 61550
(309) 263-1421
Morton, IL 61550
(309) 263-1421
Gr: PK-6 | 465 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
100 S Nebraska Ave
Morton, IL 61550
(309) 266-6989
Morton, IL 61550
(309) 266-6989
Gr: PK-6 | 517 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #33.
Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
220 E Jefferson St
Morton, IL 61550
(309) 263-2650
Morton, IL 61550
(309) 263-2650
Gr: PK-6 | 354 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 61550, IL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 61550, IL include Grundy Elementary School, Lincoln Elementary School and Jefferson Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 61550?
3 public preschools are located in 61550.
What is the racial composition of students in 61550?
61550 public preschools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public preschools average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
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