For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,224 students in 46356, IN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 46356, IN are Lake Prairie Elementary School, Three Creeks Elementary School and Oak Hill Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 46356 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 46356, IN have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Indiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public elementary school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46356, IN Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lake Prairie Elementary School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
11601 W 181st Ave
Lowell, IN 46356
(219) 696-7541
Lowell, IN 46356
(219) 696-7541
Gr: K-5 | 426 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Three Creeks Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
670 S Burr St
Lowell, IN 46356
(219) 696-5740
Lowell, IN 46356
(219) 696-5740
Gr: K-5 | 502 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #33.
Oak Hill Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
425 S Nichols St
Lowell, IN 46356
(219) 696-9285
Lowell, IN 46356
(219) 696-9285
Gr: K-5 | 570 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #44.
Lowell Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
19250 Cline Ave
Lowell, IN 46356
(219) 696-7701
Lowell, IN 46356
(219) 696-7701
Gr: 6-8 | 726 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 46356, IN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 46356, IN include Lake Prairie Elementary School, Three Creeks Elementary School and Oak Hill Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 46356?
4 public elementary schools are located in 46356.
What is the racial composition of students in 46356?
46356 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public elementary schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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