For the 2025 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 51% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 40%), 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 (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lake Prairie Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | 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
Grades: K-5
| 426 students
Rank: #22.
Three Creeks Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
670 S Burr St
Lowell, IN 46356
(219) 696-5740
Lowell, IN 46356
(219) 696-5740
Grades: K-5
| 502 students
Rank: #33.
Oak Hill Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
425 S Nichols St
Lowell, IN 46356
(219) 696-9285
Lowell, IN 46356
(219) 696-9285
Grades: K-5
| 570 students
Rank: #44.
Lowell Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
19250 Cline Ave
Lowell, IN 46356
(219) 696-7701
Lowell, IN 46356
(219) 696-7701
Grades: 6-8
| 726 students
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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