For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 684 students in Decatur, IN.
The top-ranked public preschool in Decatur, IN is Bellmont Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Decatur, IN public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Indiana public pre school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in Decatur have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public preschool average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Decatur, IN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bellmont Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1200 North Adams Drive
Decatur, IN 46733
(260) 724-3633
Decatur, IN 46733
(260) 724-3633
Gr: PK-5 | 684 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Decatur, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
901 Everhart Dr
Decatur, IN 46733
(260) 724-3118
Decatur, IN 46733
(260) 724-3118
Gr: PK-1 | 288 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Decatur, IN?
The top-ranked public preschools in Decatur, IN include Bellmont Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Decatur?
1 public preschools are located in Decatur.
What is the racial composition of students in Decatur?
Decatur public preschools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public preschools average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
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