For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 627 students in 47842, IN.
The top ranked public preschools in 47842, IN are Central Elementary School and Van Duyn Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 47842 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Indiana public pre school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 47842, IN have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Indiana public preschool average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Best 47842, IN Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
208 S 9th St
Clinton, IN 47842
(765) 832-7731
Clinton, IN 47842
(765) 832-7731
Grades: PK-5
| 370 students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Van Duyn Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
15095 S Range Line Rd
Clinton, IN 47842
(765) 832-7761
Clinton, IN 47842
(765) 832-7761
Grades: PK-5
| 257 students
47842, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
72 E 1100 S
Clinton, IN 47842
(765) 832-7718
Clinton, IN 47842
(765) 832-7718
Grades: PK-5
| 224 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 47842, IN?
The top ranked public preschools in 47842, IN include Central Elementary School and Van Duyn Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 47842?
2 public preschools are located in 47842.
What is the racial composition of students in 47842?
47842 public preschools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Indiana public preschools average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
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