For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 598 students in 60042, IL.
The top ranked public preschool in 60042, IL is Cotton Creek School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 60042 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Illinois public pre school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 25% statewide average). Pre schools in 60042, IL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public preschool average of 58% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60042, IL Public Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cotton Creek School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
545 Newport Ct
Island Lake, IL 60042
(847) 526-4700
Island Lake, IL 60042
(847) 526-4700
Gr: PK-5 | 598 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 60042, IL?
The top ranked public preschools in 60042, IL include Cotton Creek School.
How many public preschools are located in 60042?
1 public preschools are located in 60042.
What is the racial composition of students in 60042?
60042 public preschools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public preschools average of 58% (majority Hispanic).
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