Chartered in 1857, Joliet Public Schools District 86 covers 26.4 square miles in Joliet, Illinois. The District includes 1 Early Childhood Center, 15 Elementary Schools, 4 Junior High Schools, 1 Alternative School, 1 Building Support Services building, and 1 Administrative Center. Approximately 9,000 students (Pre-Kindergarten through 8th Grade) attend a District 86 school.