For the 2026 school year, there are 13 public preschools serving 4,960 students in 60505, IL.
The top-ranked public preschools in 60505, IL are W S Beaupre Elementary School, G N Dieterich Elementary School and Olney C Allen Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 60505 have an average math proficiency score of 6% (versus the Illinois public pre school average of 22%), and reading proficiency score of 8% (versus the 25% statewide average). Pre schools in 60505, IL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public preschool average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Best 60505, IL Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
W S Beaupre Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
954 E Benton St
Aurora, IL 60505
(630) 299-5390
Aurora, IL 60505
(630) 299-5390
Gr: PK-5 | 226 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #22.
G N Dieterich Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1141 Jackson St
Aurora, IL 60505
(630) 299-8280
Aurora, IL 60505
(630) 299-8280
Gr: PK-5 | 507 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
Olney C Allen Elementary School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
700 S Farnsworth Ave
Aurora, IL 60505
(630) 299-5200
Aurora, IL 60505
(630) 299-5200
Gr: PK-5 | 712 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #44.
Mabel O Donnell Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1640 Reckinger Rd
Aurora, IL 60505
(630) 299-8300
Aurora, IL 60505
(630) 299-8300
Gr: PK-5 | 360 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #55.
C M Bardwell Elementary School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
550 S Lincoln Ave
Aurora, IL 60505
(630) 299-5300
Aurora, IL 60505
(630) 299-5300
Gr: PK-5 | 679 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
L D Brady Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
600 Columbia St
Aurora, IL 60505
(630) 299-5425
Aurora, IL 60505
(630) 299-5425
Gr: PK-5 | 310 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Oak Park Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1200 Front St
Aurora, IL 60505
(630) 299-8250
Aurora, IL 60505
(630) 299-8250
Gr: PK-5 | 353 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #88.
John Gates Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 7%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
800 7th Ave
Aurora, IL 60505
(630) 299-5600
Aurora, IL 60505
(630) 299-5600
Gr: PK-5 | 427 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #99.
Rose E Krug Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
240 Melrose Ave
Aurora, IL 60505
(630) 299-5280
Aurora, IL 60505
(630) 299-5280
Gr: PK-5 | 271 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #1010.
Nicholas A Hermes Elementary School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 6%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1000 Jungles Ave
Aurora, IL 60505
(630) 299-8200
Aurora, IL 60505
(630) 299-8200
Gr: PK-5 | 607 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1111.
Edna Rollins Elementary School
(Math: 2% | Reading: 2%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
950 Kane St
Aurora, IL 60505
(630) 299-5480
Aurora, IL 60505
(630) 299-5480
Gr: PK-5 | 508 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 60505, IL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 60505, IL include W S Beaupre Elementary School, G N Dieterich Elementary School and Olney C Allen Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 60505?
13 public preschools are located in 60505.
What is the racial composition of students in 60505?
60505 public preschools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public preschools average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
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