For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 873 students in Carol Stream, IL.
The top-ranked public preschools in Carol Stream, IL are Spring Trail Elementary School and Evergreen Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Carol Stream, IL public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Illinois public pre school average of 22%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 25% statewide average). Pre schools in Carol Stream have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Illinois public preschool average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Carol Stream, IL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Spring Trail Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1384 Spring Valley Dr
Carol Stream, IL 60188
(630) 213-6230
Carol Stream, IL 60188
(630) 213-6230
Gr: PK-6 | 486 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #22.
Evergreen Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1041 Evergreen Dr
Carol Stream, IL 60188
(630) 876-7810
Carol Stream, IL 60188
(630) 876-7810
Gr: PK-4 | 387 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Carol Stream, IL?
The top-ranked public preschools in Carol Stream, IL include Spring Trail Elementary School and Evergreen Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Carol Stream?
2 public preschools are located in Carol Stream.
What is the racial composition of students in Carol Stream?
Carol Stream public preschools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Illinois public preschools average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
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