For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 2,891 students in 46236, IN.
The top-ranked public preschools in 46236, IN are Forest Glen Elementary School and Phalen At Francis Scott Key 103. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 46236 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Indiana public pre school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 46236, IN have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public preschool average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Best 46236, IN Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Forest Glen Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6333 Lee Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46236
(317) 964-4900
Indianapolis, IN 46236
(317) 964-4900
Gr: PK-6 | 934 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #22.
Phalen At Francis Scott Key 103
Charter School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3920 Baker Dr
Indianapolis, IN 46236
(317) 226-4103
Indianapolis, IN 46236
(317) 226-4103
Gr: PK-6 | 629 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: n/an/a
6501 Sunnysdie Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46236
(317) 423-8200
Indianapolis, IN 46236
(317) 423-8200
Gr: PK-K | 1,328 student Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
46236, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
9501 E 36th St
Indianapolis, IN 46236
(317) 226-4102
Indianapolis, IN 46236
(317) 226-4102
Gr: PK | 123 students Student-teacher ratio: 123:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
10101 E 38th St
Indianapolis, IN 46236
(317) 693-5460
Indianapolis, IN 46236
(317) 693-5460
Gr: 9-12 | 494 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 46236, IN?
The top-ranked public preschools in 46236, IN include Forest Glen Elementary School and Phalen At Francis Scott Key 103.
How many public preschools are located in 46236?
3 public preschools are located in 46236.
What is the racial composition of students in 46236?
46236 public preschools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public preschools average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
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