For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 3,839 students in 46168, IN.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 46168, IN are Central Elementary School, Brentwood Elementary School and Van Buren Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 46168 have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 46168, IN have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Indiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public elementary school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46168, IN Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
110 Wabash St
Plainfield, IN 46168
(317) 839-7707
Plainfield, IN 46168
(317) 839-7707
Gr: K-5 | 581 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #22.
Brentwood Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1630 E Oliver St
Plainfield, IN 46168
(317) 839-4802
Plainfield, IN 46168
(317) 839-4802
Gr: K-5 | 421 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #33.
Van Buren Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
225 S Shaw St
Plainfield, IN 46168
(317) 839-2575
Plainfield, IN 46168
(317) 839-2575
Gr: K-5 | 500 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #44.
Plainfield Community Middle School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
709 Stafford Rd
Plainfield, IN 46168
(317) 838-3966
Plainfield, IN 46168
(317) 838-3966
Gr: 6-8 | 1,369 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #55.
Guilford Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6440 S County Road 600 E
Plainfield, IN 46168
(317) 839-2698
Plainfield, IN 46168
(317) 839-2698
Gr: K-5 | 439 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #66.
Pride Academy
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
709 Stafford Rd
Plainfield, IN 46168
(317) 839-2578
Plainfield, IN 46168
(317) 839-2578
Gr: K-12 | 12 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #77.
Clarks Creek Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
401 Elm Dr
Plainfield, IN 46168
(317) 839-0120
Plainfield, IN 46168
(317) 839-0120
Gr: K-5 | 517 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
46168, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
501 W Main
Plainfield, IN 46168
(317) 839-4346
Plainfield, IN 46168
(317) 839-4346
Gr: 7-12 | 262 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
757 Stafford Rd
Plainfield, IN 46168
(317) 838-3980
Plainfield, IN 46168
(317) 838-3980
Gr: PK-K | 293 students Student-teacher ratio: 37:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 46168, IN?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 46168, IN include Central Elementary School, Brentwood Elementary School and Van Buren Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 46168?
7 public elementary schools are located in 46168.
What is the racial composition of students in 46168?
46168 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public elementary schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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