For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 821 students in 46303, IN.
The top ranked public preschools in 46303, IN are Douglas Macarthur Elementary School and Jane Ball Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 46303 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Indiana public pre school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 46303, IN have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Indiana public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public preschool average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Best 46303, IN Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Douglas Macarthur Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
12900 Fairbanks
Cedar Lake, IN 46303
(219) 662-3600
Cedar Lake, IN 46303
(219) 662-3600
Grades: PK-5
| 473 students
Rank: #22.
Jane Ball Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
13313 Parrish St
Cedar Lake, IN 46303
(219) 374-3700
Cedar Lake, IN 46303
(219) 374-3700
Grades: PK-2
| 348 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 46303, IN?
The top ranked public preschools in 46303, IN include Douglas Macarthur Elementary School and Jane Ball Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 46303?
2 public preschools are located in 46303.
What is the racial composition of students in 46303?
46303 public preschools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public preschools average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
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