For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 821 students in 46303, IN.
The top-ranked public preschools in 46303, IN are Douglas Macarthur Elementary School and Jane Ball Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 46303 have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the Indiana public pre school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 46303, IN have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Indiana public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public preschool average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Best 46303, IN Public Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Douglas Macarthur Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
12900 Fairbanks
Cedar Lake, IN 46303
(219) 662-3600
Cedar Lake, IN 46303
(219) 662-3600
Gr: PK-5 | 473 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Jane Ball Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 45-49% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
13313 Parrish St
Cedar Lake, IN 46303
(219) 374-3700
Cedar Lake, IN 46303
(219) 374-3700
Gr: PK-2 | 348 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 46303, IN?
The top-ranked public preschools in 46303, IN include Douglas Macarthur Elementary School and Jane Ball Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 46303?
2 public preschools are located in 46303.
What is the racial composition of students in 46303?
46303 public preschools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public preschools average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
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