For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 233 students in 62360, IL.
The top-ranked public preschool in 62360, IL is Seymour Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 62360 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Illinois public pre school average of 22%), and reading proficiency score of 12% (versus the 25% statewide average). Pre schools in 62360, IL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public preschool average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62360, IL Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Seymour Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
404 W State St
Payson, IL 62360
(217) 656-3323
Payson, IL 62360
(217) 656-3323
Gr: PK-6 | 233 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 62360, IL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 62360, IL include Seymour Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 62360?
1 public preschools are located in 62360.
What is the racial composition of students in 62360?
62360 public preschools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public preschools average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
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