For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 427 students in 47342, IN.
The top-ranked public preschool in 47342, IN is Wes-del Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 47342 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Indiana public pre school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 47342, IN have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public preschool average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Best 47342, IN Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wes-del Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
500 Jackson St
Gaston, IN 47342
(765) 358-3079
Gaston, IN 47342
(765) 358-3079
Gr: PK-5 | 427 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 47342, IN?
The top-ranked public preschools in 47342, IN include Wes-del Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 47342?
1 public preschools are located in 47342.
What is the racial composition of students in 47342?
47342 public preschools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public preschools average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
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