For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,718 students in 46163, IN.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 46163, IN are New Palestine Elementary School, Sugar Creek Elementary School and New Palestine Intermediate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 46163 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 46163, IN have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Indiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public elementary school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46163, IN Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
New Palestine Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4801 S 500 W
New Palestine, IN 46163
(317) 861-5287
New Palestine, IN 46163
(317) 861-5287
Grades: PK-4
| 558 students
Rank: #22.
Sugar Creek Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2337 S 600 W
New Palestine, IN 46163
(317) 861-6747
New Palestine, IN 46163
(317) 861-6747
Grades: PK-4
| 577 students
Rank: #33.
New Palestine Intermediate School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5613 W 200 South
New Palestine, IN 46163
(317) 861-4463
New Palestine, IN 46163
(317) 861-4463
Grades: 5-6
| 583 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 46163, IN?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 46163, IN include New Palestine Elementary School, Sugar Creek Elementary School and New Palestine Intermediate School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 46163?
3 public elementary schools are located in 46163.
What is the racial composition of students in 46163?
46163 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public elementary schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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