For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 778 students in 62226, IL.
The top ranked public preschools in 62226, IL are Wolf Branch Elementary School and High Mount Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 62226 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Illinois public pre school average of 22%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 25% statewide average). Pre schools in 62226, IL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public preschool average of 58% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62226, IL Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Wolf Branch Elementary School
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
125 Huntwood Rd
Belleville, IL 62226
(618) 277-2100
Belleville, IL 62226
(618) 277-2100
Grades: PK-4
| 452 students
Rank: #22.
High Mount Elementary School
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1721 Boul Ave
Belleville, IL 62226
(618) 233-1054
Belleville, IL 62226
(618) 233-1054
Grades: PK-8
| 326 students
62226, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
St. Clair County Truant Alternative School (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
1722 West Main St
Belleville, IL 62226
(618) 233-6874
Belleville, IL 62226
(618) 233-6874
Grades: 8-11
| 1 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 62226, IL?
The top ranked public preschools in 62226, IL include Wolf Branch Elementary School and High Mount Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 62226?
2 public preschools are located in 62226.
What is the racial composition of students in 62226?
62226 public preschools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public preschools average of 58% (majority Hispanic).
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