For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 940 students in 47460, IN.
The top ranked public preschools in 47460, IN are Mccormick's Creek Elementary School and Spencer Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 47460 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Indiana public pre school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 47460, IN have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Indiana public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public preschool average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Best 47460, IN Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mccormick's Creek Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1601 Flatwoods Rd
Spencer, IN 47460
(812) 828-6000
Spencer, IN 47460
(812) 828-6000
Grades: PK-6
| 383 students
Rank: #22.
Spencer Elementary School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
151 Hillside Ave
Spencer, IN 47460
(812) 829-2253
Spencer, IN 47460
(812) 829-2253
Grades: PK-6
| 557 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 47460, IN?
The top ranked public preschools in 47460, IN include Mccormick's Creek Elementary School and Spencer Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 47460?
2 public preschools are located in 47460.
What is the racial composition of students in 47460?
47460 public preschools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public preschools average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
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