For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 2,891 students in 46236, IN.
The top ranked public preschools in 46236, IN are Forest Glen Elementary School and Phalen At Francis Scott Key 103. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 46236 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Indiana public pre school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 46236, IN have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public preschool average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Best 46236, IN Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Forest Glen Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6333 Lee Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46236
(317) 964-4900
Indianapolis, IN 46236
(317) 964-4900
Grades: PK-6
| 934 students
Rank: #22.
Phalen At Francis Scott Key 103
Charter School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3920 Baker Dr
Indianapolis, IN 46236
(317) 226-4103
Indianapolis, IN 46236
(317) 226-4103
Grades: PK-6
| 629 students
Rank: n/an/a
6501 Sunnysdie Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46236
(317) 423-8200
Indianapolis, IN 46236
(317) 423-8200
Grades: PK-K
| 1,328 students
46236, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
6501 Sunnyside Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46236
(317) 964-6400
Indianapolis, IN 46236
(317) 964-6400
Grades: 5-8
| n/a students
9501 E 36th St
Indianapolis, IN 46236
(317) 226-4102
Indianapolis, IN 46236
(317) 226-4102
Grades: PK
| 123 students
10101 E 38th St
Indianapolis, IN 46236
(317) 693-5460
Indianapolis, IN 46236
(317) 693-5460
Grades: 9-12
| 494 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 46236, IN?
The top ranked public preschools in 46236, IN include Forest Glen Elementary School and Phalen At Francis Scott Key 103.
How many public preschools are located in 46236?
3 public preschools are located in 46236.
What is the racial composition of students in 46236?
46236 public preschools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public preschools average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
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