For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,226 students in 46706, IN (there are , serving 496 private students). 71% of all K-12 students in 46706, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public schools in 46706, 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.
Public schools in zipcode 46706 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 46706, IN have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46706, IN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
James R Watson Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
901 Eckhart Ave
Auburn, IN 46706
(260) 920-1014
Auburn, IN 46706
(260) 920-1014
Gr: PK-5 | 579 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Mckenney-harrison Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
400 South Indiana Ave
Auburn, IN 46706
(260) 920-1015
Auburn, IN 46706
(260) 920-1015
Gr: PK-5 | 647 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
46706, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 46706, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in 46706, IN include James R Watson Elementary School and Mckenney-harrison Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 46706?
2 public schools are located in 46706.
What percentage of students in 46706 go to public school?
71% of all K-12 students in 46706 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 46706?
46706 public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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