For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,092 students in 61821, IL.
The top-ranked public preschools in 61821, IL are International Prep Academy and Garden Hills Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 61821 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Illinois public pre school average of 22%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 25% statewide average). Pre schools in 61821, IL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public preschool average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Best 61821, IL Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
International Prep Academy
(Math: 27% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1605 W Kirby Ave
Champaign, IL 61821
(217) 351-3995
Champaign, IL 61821
(217) 351-3995
Gr: PK-8 | 681 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #22.
Garden Hills Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2001 Garden Hills Dr
Champaign, IL 61821
(217) 351-3872
Champaign, IL 61821
(217) 351-3872
Gr: PK-8 | 411 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 61821, IL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 61821, IL include International Prep Academy and Garden Hills Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 61821?
2 public preschools are located in 61821.
What is the racial composition of students in 61821?
61821 public preschools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public preschools average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
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