Best Auburn Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,210 students in Auburn, IN.
The top-ranked public preschools in Auburn, IN are James R Watson Elementary School and Mckenney-harrison Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Auburn, IN public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Indiana public pre school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in Auburn have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Indiana public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public preschool average of 36% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Preschools in Auburn, IN (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
James R Watson Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
901 Eckhart Ave
Auburn, IN 46706
(260) 920-1014
Gr: PK-5 | 590 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Mckenney-harrison Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
400 South Indiana Ave
Auburn, IN 46706
(260) 920-1015
Gr: PK-5 | 620 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 10%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in Auburn, IN?
The top-ranked public preschools in Auburn, IN include James R Watson Elementary School and Mckenney-harrison Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Auburn?
2 public preschools are located in Auburn.
What is the racial composition of students in Auburn?
Auburn public preschools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public preschools average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Which public preschools in Auburn are often viewed compared to one another?

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