For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 3,851 students in 46168, IN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 46168, IN are Central Elementary School, Brentwood Elementary School and Van Buren Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 46168 have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 46168, IN have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Indiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public elementary school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46168, IN Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
110 Wabash St
Plainfield, IN 46168
(317) 839-7707
Plainfield, IN 46168
(317) 839-7707
Gr: K-5 | 549 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #22.
Brentwood Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1630 E Oliver St
Plainfield, IN 46168
(317) 839-4802
Plainfield, IN 46168
(317) 839-4802
Gr: K-5 | 420 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #33.
Van Buren Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
225 S Shaw St
Plainfield, IN 46168
(317) 839-2575
Plainfield, IN 46168
(317) 839-2575
Gr: K-5 | 514 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #44.
Plainfield Community Middle School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
709 Stafford Rd
Plainfield, IN 46168
(317) 838-3966
Plainfield, IN 46168
(317) 838-3966
Gr: 6-8 | 1,378 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #55.
Guilford Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6440 S County Road 600 E
Plainfield, IN 46168
(317) 839-2698
Plainfield, IN 46168
(317) 839-2698
Gr: K-5 | 434 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #66.
Pride Academy
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
709 Stafford Rd
Plainfield, IN 46168
(317) 839-2578
Plainfield, IN 46168
(317) 839-2578
Gr: K-12 | 12 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #77.
Clarks Creek Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
401 Elm Dr
Plainfield, IN 46168
(317) 839-0120
Plainfield, IN 46168
(317) 839-0120
Gr: K-5 | 544 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 46168, IN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 46168, IN include Central Elementary School, Brentwood Elementary School and Van Buren Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 46168?
7 public elementary schools are located in 46168.
What is the racial composition of students in 46168?
46168 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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