For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 771 students in 46802, IN.
The top ranked public preschools in 46802, IN are Lindley Elementary School, Washington Elementary School and Study Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 46802 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Indiana public pre school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 18% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 46802, IN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public preschool average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Best 46802, IN Public Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lindley Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2201 Ardmore Ave
Fort Wayne, IN 46802
(260) 467-5350
Fort Wayne, IN 46802
(260) 467-5350
Gr: PK-5 | 305 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #22.
Washington Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1015 W Wash Blvd
Fort Wayne, IN 46802
(260) 467-8150
Fort Wayne, IN 46802
(260) 467-8150
Gr: PK-5 | 210 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #33.
Study Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2414 Brooklyn Ave
Fort Wayne, IN 46802
(260) 467-8500
Fort Wayne, IN 46802
(260) 467-8500
Gr: PK-5 | 256 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
46802, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Richard Milburn High School (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
514 E Washington Blvd
Fort Wayne, IN 46802
(260) 422-7647
Fort Wayne, IN 46802
(260) 422-7647
Gr: 9-12
Special Education Center (Closed 2013)
Special Education School
1200 South Barr St
Fort Wayne, IN 46802
(260) 467-1110
Fort Wayne, IN 46802
(260) 467-1110
Gr: PK
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 46802, IN?
The top ranked public preschools in 46802, IN include Lindley Elementary School, Washington Elementary School and Study Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 46802?
3 public preschools are located in 46802.
What is the racial composition of students in 46802?
46802 public preschools minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public preschools average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
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