For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 1,655 students in 46131, IN.
The top-ranked public preschools in 46131, IN are Needham Elementary School, Creekside Elementary School and Northwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 46131 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Indiana public pre school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 46131, IN have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Indiana public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public preschool average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Best 46131, IN Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Needham Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1399 Upper Shelbyville Rd
Franklin, IN 46131
(317) 738-5780
Franklin, IN 46131
(317) 738-5780
Gr: PK-4 | 336 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Creekside Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
700 E Sr 44
Franklin, IN 46131
(317) 346-8800
Franklin, IN 46131
(317) 346-8800
Gr: PK-4 | 528 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Northwood Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
965 Grizzly Cub Dr
Franklin, IN 46131
(317) 346-8900
Franklin, IN 46131
(317) 346-8900
Gr: PK-4 | 506 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Webb Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1400 Webb Ct
Franklin, IN 46131
(317) 738-5790
Franklin, IN 46131
(317) 738-5790
Gr: PK-4 | 285 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 46131, IN?
The top-ranked public preschools in 46131, IN include Needham Elementary School, Creekside Elementary School and Northwood Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 46131?
4 public preschools are located in 46131.
What is the racial composition of students in 46131?
46131 public preschools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public preschools average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
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