Best Portage Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 363 students in Portage, IN.
The top-ranked public preschool in Portage, IN is Ethel R Jones Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Portage, IN public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Indiana public pre school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in Portage have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Indiana public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public preschool average of 36% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Preschools in Portage, IN (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ethel R Jones Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
2374 Mccool Rd
Portage, IN 46368
(219) 763-8025
Gr: PK-5 | 363 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 46%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in Portage, IN?
The top-ranked public preschools in Portage, IN include Ethel R Jones Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Portage?
1 public preschools are located in Portage.
What is the racial composition of students in Portage?
Portage public preschools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public preschools average of 36% (majority Hispanic).

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