For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,280 students in 46356, IN.
The top-ranked public schools in 46356, IN are Lake Prairie Elementary School, Three Creeks Elementary School and Oak Hill Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 46356 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 46356, IN have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46356, IN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lake Prairie Elementary School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
11601 W 181st Ave
Lowell, IN 46356
(219) 696-7541
Lowell, IN 46356
(219) 696-7541
Gr: K-4 | 356 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #22.
Three Creeks Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
670 S Burr St
Lowell, IN 46356
(219) 696-5740
Lowell, IN 46356
(219) 696-5740
Gr: K-4 | 472 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #33.
Oak Hill Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
425 S Nichols St
Lowell, IN 46356
(219) 696-9285
Lowell, IN 46356
(219) 696-9285
Gr: K-4 | 487 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #44.
Lowell Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
19250 Cline Ave
Lowell, IN 46356
(219) 696-7701
Lowell, IN 46356
(219) 696-7701
Gr: 7-8 | 498 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #55.
Lowell Senior High School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2051 E Commercial Ave
Lowell, IN 46356
(219) 696-7733
Lowell, IN 46356
(219) 696-7733
Gr: 9-12 | 981 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: n/an/a
19270 Cline Ave.
Lowell, IN 46356
(219) 696-0450
Lowell, IN 46356
(219) 696-0450
Gr: 5-6 | 486 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 46356, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in 46356, IN include Lake Prairie Elementary School, Three Creeks Elementary School and Oak Hill Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 46356?
6 public schools are located in 46356.
What is the racial composition of students in 46356?
46356 public schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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