For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,174 students in 60085, IL.
The top-ranked public preschools in 60085, IL are Carman-buckner Elementary School and North Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 60085 have an average math proficiency score of 5% (versus the Illinois public pre school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 9% (versus the 25% statewide average). Pre schools in 60085, IL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public preschool average of 58% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60085, IL Public Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Carman-buckner Elementary School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 9%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
520 Helmholz Ave
Waukegan, IL 60085
(224) 303-1500
Waukegan, IL 60085
(224) 303-1500
Gr: PK-5 | 485 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
North Elementary School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 8%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
410 Franklin St
Waukegan, IL 60085
(224) 303-2160
Waukegan, IL 60085
(224) 303-2160
Gr: PK-5 | 473 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: n/an/a
1721 N Mcaree Rd
Waukegan, IL 60085
(224) 303-1400
Waukegan, IL 60085
(224) 303-1400
Gr: PK | 216 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
60085, Illinois Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Alternative Optional Center (Closed 2008)
Special Education School
1020 Glen Rock Ave
Waukegan, IL 60085
(847) 360-5540
Waukegan, IL 60085
(847) 360-5540
Gr: 9-12 | 118 students Minority enrollment: 83%
1020 Glen Rock Ave
Waukegan, IL 60085
(847) 360-5540
Waukegan, IL 60085
(847) 360-5540
Gr: PK | 136 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
1200 W Glen Flora Ave
Waukegan, IL 60085
(847) 599-3903
Waukegan, IL 60085
(847) 599-3903
Gr: PK | 267 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
1011 Washington St
Waukegan, IL 60085
(847) 263-4765
Waukegan, IL 60085
(847) 263-4765
Gr: 9-11 | 1,097 student Minority enrollment: 89%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 60085, IL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 60085, IL include Carman-buckner Elementary School and North Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 60085?
3 public preschools are located in 60085.
What is the racial composition of students in 60085?
60085 public preschools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public preschools average of 58% (majority Hispanic).
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