For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 612 students in Metropolis, IL.
The top-ranked public preschools in Metropolis, IL are Franklin Elementary School and Metropolis Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Metropolis, IL public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Illinois public pre school average of 22%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 25% statewide average). Pre schools in Metropolis have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Illinois public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public preschool average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Metropolis, IL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Franklin Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1006 Mount Mission Rd
Metropolis, IL 62960
(618) 524-2243
Metropolis, IL 62960
(618) 524-2243
Gr: PK-6 | 155 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Metropolis Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1015 Filmore St
Metropolis, IL 62960
(618) 524-4821
Metropolis, IL 62960
(618) 524-4821
Gr: PK-6 | 457 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Metropolis, IL?
The top-ranked public preschools in Metropolis, IL include Franklin Elementary School and Metropolis Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Metropolis?
2 public preschools are located in Metropolis.
What is the racial composition of students in Metropolis?
Metropolis public preschools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public preschools average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
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