For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 376 students in Highland, IN.
The top-ranked public preschool in Highland, IN is Judith Morton Johnston Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Highland, IN public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Indiana public pre school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in Highland have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Indiana public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public preschool average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Highland, IN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Judith Morton Johnston Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8220 Fifth St
Highland, IN 46322
(219) 923-2428
Highland, IN 46322
(219) 923-2428
Gr: PK-5 | 376 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Highland, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
9135 Erie St
Highland, IN 46322
(219) 922-5610
Highland, IN 46322
(219) 922-5610
Gr: 9-12 | 980 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Highland, IN?
The top-ranked public preschools in Highland, IN include Judith Morton Johnston Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Highland?
1 public preschools are located in Highland.
What is the racial composition of students in Highland?
Highland public preschools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public preschools average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
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