For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 3,839 students in 46168, IN.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 46168, IN are Brentwood Elementary School, Central Elementary School and Van Buren Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 46168 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 46168, IN have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Indiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public elementary school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46168, IN Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Brentwood Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1630 E Oliver St
Plainfield, IN 46168
(317) 839-4802
Plainfield, IN 46168
(317) 839-4802
Grades: K-5
| 421 students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
110 Wabash St
Plainfield, IN 46168
(317) 839-7707
Plainfield, IN 46168
(317) 839-7707
Grades: K-5
| 581 students
Rank: #33.
Van Buren Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
225 S Shaw St
Plainfield, IN 46168
(317) 839-2575
Plainfield, IN 46168
(317) 839-2575
Grades: K-5
| 500 students
Rank: #44.
Plainfield Community Middle School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
709 Stafford Rd
Plainfield, IN 46168
(317) 838-3966
Plainfield, IN 46168
(317) 838-3966
Grades: 6-8
| 1,369 students
Rank: #55.
Guilford Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6440 S County Road 600 E
Plainfield, IN 46168
(317) 839-2698
Plainfield, IN 46168
(317) 839-2698
Grades: K-5
| 439 students
Rank: #66.
Clarks Creek Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
401 Elm Dr
Plainfield, IN 46168
(317) 839-0120
Plainfield, IN 46168
(317) 839-0120
Grades: K-5
| 517 students
Rank: #77.
Pride Academy
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
709 Stafford Rd
Plainfield, IN 46168
(317) 839-2578
Plainfield, IN 46168
(317) 839-2578
Grades: K-12
| 12 students
46168, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
501 W Main
Plainfield, IN 46168
(317) 839-4346
Plainfield, IN 46168
(317) 839-4346
Grades: 7-12
| 262 students
757 Stafford Rd
Plainfield, IN 46168
(317) 838-3980
Plainfield, IN 46168
(317) 838-3980
Grades: PK-K
| 293 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 46168, IN?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 46168, IN include Brentwood Elementary School, Central Elementary School and Van Buren Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 46168?
7 public elementary schools are located in 46168.
What is the racial composition of students in 46168?
46168 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public elementary schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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