For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,156 students in 46163, IN.
The top-ranked public preschools in 46163, IN are New Palestine Elementary School and Sugar Creek Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 46163 have an average math proficiency score of 69% (versus the Indiana public pre school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 46163, IN have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% 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 46163, IN Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
New Palestine Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4801 S 500 W
New Palestine, IN 46163
(317) 861-5287
New Palestine, IN 46163
(317) 861-5287
Gr: PK-4 | 579 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Sugar Creek Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2337 S 600 W
New Palestine, IN 46163
(317) 861-6747
New Palestine, IN 46163
(317) 861-6747
Gr: PK-4 | 577 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 46163, IN?
The top-ranked public preschools in 46163, IN include New Palestine Elementary School and Sugar Creek Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 46163?
2 public preschools are located in 46163.
What is the racial composition of students in 46163?
46163 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).
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