For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,034 students in 46517, IN.
The top-ranked public preschools in 46517, IN are Monger Elementary School and Hawthorne Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 46517 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Indiana public pre school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 46517, IN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public preschool average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Best 46517, IN Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Monger Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1100 E Hively Ave
Elkhart, IN 46517
(574) 295-4860
Elkhart, IN 46517
(574) 295-4860
Gr: PK-6 | 398 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #22.
Hawthorne Elementary School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 7% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
501 W Lusher Ave
Elkhart, IN 46517
(574) 295-4820
Elkhart, IN 46517
(574) 295-4820
Gr: PK-6 | 503 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: n/an/a
501 Lusher Avenue
Elkhart, IN 46517
(574) 262-5833
Elkhart, IN 46517
(574) 262-5833
Gr: PK | 133 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 46517, IN?
The top-ranked public preschools in 46517, IN include Monger Elementary School and Hawthorne Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 46517?
3 public preschools are located in 46517.
What is the racial composition of students in 46517?
46517 public preschools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public preschools average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
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