Best Public Preschools in Waukegan, IL (2025-26)

Best Waukegan Public Preschools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 2,366 students in Waukegan, IL.

The top ranked public preschools in Waukegan, IL are Greenwood Elementary School, Oakdale Elementary School and Clearview Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Waukegan, IL public preschools have an score of 8% (versus the Illinois public pre school average of 23%), and score of 14% (versus the 25% statewide average). Pre schools in Waukegan have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public pre schools.

Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public preschool average of 58% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Preschools in Waukegan, IL (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

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Rank: #11.

Greenwood Elementary School

(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
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1919 North Ave
Waukegan, IL 60087
(224) 303-2080

Gr: PK-5 | 312 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 94%

Rank: #22.

Oakdale Elementary School

(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
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2230 N Mcaree Rd
Waukegan, IL 60087
(224) 303-1860

Gr: PK-5 | 466 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 96%

Rank: #33.

Clearview Elementary School

(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 14%)
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1700 Delaware Rd
Waukegan, IL 60087
(224) 303-1600

Gr: PK-5 | 414 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 98%

Rank: #44.

Carman-buckner Elementary School

(Math: 6% | Reading: 9%)
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520 Helmholz Ave
Waukegan, IL 60085
(224) 303-1500

Gr: PK-5 | 485 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%

Rank: #55.

North Elementary School

(Math: 5% | Reading: 8%)
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410 Franklin St
Waukegan, IL 60085
(224) 303-2160

Gr: PK-5 | 473 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 98%

Rank: n/an/a

Early Learning Center

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1721 N Mcaree Rd
Waukegan, IL 60085
(224) 303-1400

Gr: PK | 216 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 97%

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Location

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Abdssc Sch-3rd Floor High School (Closed 2008)

Special Education School

742 Greenwood Ave
Waukegan, IL 60087
(847) 360-5511

Gr: 6-12 | 27 students Minority enrollment: 96%

Alternative Optional Center (Closed 2008)

Special Education School

1020 Glen Rock Ave
Waukegan, IL 60085
(847) 360-5540

Gr: 9-12 | 118 students Minority enrollment: 83%

Epic - Aoec Elementary School (Closed 2015)

1020 Glen Rock Ave
Waukegan, IL 60085
(847) 360-5540

Gr: PK | 136 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 97%

Epic - Cap Elementary School (Closed 2015)

1200 W Glen Flora Ave
Waukegan, IL 60085
(847) 599-3903

Gr: PK | 267 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 99%

Waukegan H S Ninth Grade Center (Closed 2008)

1011 Washington St
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 Waukegan, IL?

The top ranked public preschools in Waukegan, IL include Greenwood Elementary School, Oakdale Elementary School and Clearview Elementary School.

How many public preschools are located in Waukegan?

6 public preschools are located in Waukegan.

What is the racial composition of students in Waukegan?

Waukegan public preschools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public preschools average of 58% (majority Hispanic).