For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,226 students in 46706, IN (there are , serving 496 private students). 71% of all K-12 students in 46706, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 46706, IN are James R Watson Elementary School and Mckenney-harrison Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 46706 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 46706, IN have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46706, IN Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
James R Watson Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
901 Eckhart Ave
Auburn, IN 46706
(260) 920-1014
Auburn, IN 46706
(260) 920-1014
Gr: PK-5 | 579 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Mckenney-harrison Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
400 South Indiana Ave
Auburn, IN 46706
(260) 920-1015
Auburn, IN 46706
(260) 920-1015
Gr: PK-5 | 647 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
46706, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 46706, IN?
The top ranked public schools in 46706, IN include James R Watson Elementary School and Mckenney-harrison Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 46706?
2 public schools are located in 46706.
What percentage of students in 46706 go to public school?
71% of all K-12 students in 46706 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 46706?
46706 public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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