For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,662 students in 46761, IN.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 46761, IN are Prairie Heights Elementary School, Prairie Heights Middle School and Lakeland Intermediate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 46761 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 46761, IN have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public elementary school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46761, IN Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Prairie Heights Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
0455 S 1150 E
Lagrange, IN 46761
(260) 351-3034
Lagrange, IN 46761
(260) 351-3034
Grades: K-4
| 522 students
Rank: #22.
Prairie Heights Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
0395 S 1150 E
Lagrange, IN 46761
(260) 351-3038
Lagrange, IN 46761
(260) 351-3038
Grades: 5-8
| 384 students
Rank: #33.
Lakeland Intermediate School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1055 E 075 N
Lagrange, IN 46761
(260) 499-2480
Lagrange, IN 46761
(260) 499-2480
Grades: 3-6
| 445 students
Rank: n/an/a
1 Lemaster Cir
Lagrange, IN 46761
(260) 499-2430
Lagrange, IN 46761
(260) 499-2430
Grades: K-2
| 311 students
46761, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1055 E 075 N
Lagrange, IN 46761
(260) 499-2480
Lagrange, IN 46761
(260) 499-2480
Grades: 6-8
| 460 students
1 Lemaster Cir
Lagrange, IN 46761
(260) 499-2430
Lagrange, IN 46761
(260) 499-2430
Grades: K-5
| 437 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 46761, IN?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 46761, IN include Prairie Heights Elementary School, Prairie Heights Middle School and Lakeland Intermediate School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 46761?
4 public elementary schools are located in 46761.
What is the racial composition of students in 46761?
46761 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 16% 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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