For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 2,367 students in 46224, IN.
The top-ranked public preschools in 46224, IN are Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1, Lew Wallace School 107 and Meredith Nicholson School 96. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 46224 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Indiana public pre school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 46224, IN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public preschool average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Best 46224, IN Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5151 W 14th St
Indianapolis, IN 46224
(317) 241-6543
Indianapolis, IN 46224
(317) 241-6543
Gr: PK-6 | 146 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #22.
Lew Wallace School 107
(Math: 18% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3307 Ashway Dr
Indianapolis, IN 46224
(317) 226-4107
Indianapolis, IN 46224
(317) 226-4107
Gr: PK-6 | 496 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Meredith Nicholson School 96
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3651 N Kiel Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46224
(317) 226-4296
Indianapolis, IN 46224
(317) 226-4296
Gr: PK-6 | 396 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #44.
Garden City Elementary School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4901 Rockville Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46224
(317) 988-8300
Indianapolis, IN 46224
(317) 988-8300
Gr: PK-6 | 782 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #55.
Carl Wilde School 79
(Math: 9% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5002 W 34th St
Indianapolis, IN 46224
(317) 226-4279
Indianapolis, IN 46224
(317) 226-4279
Gr: PK-6 | 547 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
46224, Indiana 51±¬ÁÏs (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
47 Beachway Dr
Indianapolis, IN 46224
(317) 988-7144
Indianapolis, IN 46224
(317) 988-7144
Gr: K-6 | 100 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Gambold Preparatory Magnet High School (Closed 2016)
Magnet School
3725 N Kiel Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46224
(317) 226-4108
Indianapolis, IN 46224
(317) 226-4108
Gr: 9-11 | 165 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
4950 W 34th St
Indianapolis, IN 46224
(317) 297-9100
Indianapolis, IN 46224
(317) 297-9100
Gr: K-8 | 479 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1
5525 W 34th St
Indianapolis, IN 46224
(317) 693-5600
Indianapolis, IN 46224
(317) 693-5600
Gr: 9-12 | 708 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 46224, IN?
The top-ranked public preschools in 46224, IN include Carl G Fisher Elementary School 1, Lew Wallace School 107 and Meredith Nicholson School 96.
How many public preschools are located in 46224?
5 public preschools are located in 46224.
What is the racial composition of students in 46224?
46224 public preschools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public preschools average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
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