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Best 46901 Indiana Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 13 public schools serving 4,882 students in 46901, IN (there are 5 private schools, serving 187 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 46901, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 46901, IN are Northwestern Elementary School, Wallace Elementary School and Northwestern Senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 46901 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 46901, IN have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best 46901, IN Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Northwestern Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
4223 W Rd 350 N
Kokomo, IN 46901
(765) 454-2335
Gr: K-6 | 665 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Wallace Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
2326 W Jefferson St
Kokomo, IN 46901
(765) 455-8000
Gr: K-5 | 360 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #33.
Northwestern Senior High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
3431 N 400 W
Kokomo, IN 46901
(765) 454-2332
Gr: 9-12 | 541 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #44.
Northwestern Middle School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
3431 N 400 W
Kokomo, IN 46901
(765) 454-2323
Gr: 7-8 | 324 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #55.
Howard Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
3526 N 300 E
Kokomo, IN 46901
(765) 454-2326
Gr: PK-6 | 317 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #66.
Lafayette Park Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
919 N Korby St
Kokomo, IN 46901
(765) 454-7060
Gr: PK-5 | 527 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #77.
Sycamore Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1600 E Sycamore
Kokomo, IN 46901
(765) 454-7090
Gr: PK-5 | 305 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #88.
Central Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
303 E Superior
Kokomo, IN 46901
(765) 454-7000
Gr: 6-8 | 451 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #99.
Bon Air Middle School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
2796 Apperson Way N
Kokomo, IN 46901
(765) 454-7025
Gr: 6-8 | 190 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #1010.
Bon Air Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 10-14% )
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
2800 Apperson Way N
Kokomo, IN 46901
(765) 454-7030
Gr: PK-3 | 261 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #1111.
Pettit Park School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
901 W Havens
Kokomo, IN 46901
(765) 454-7075
Gr: PK-5 | 215 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #1212.
Elwood Haynes Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
910 S Cooper
Kokomo, IN 46901
(765) 454-7050
Gr: PK-5 | 334 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #1313.
Excel Center - Kokomo
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
101 W Superior St
Kokomo, IN 46901
(317) 524-3642
Gr: 9-12 | 392 students Student-teacher ratio: 36:1 Minority enrollment: 33%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 46901, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in 46901, IN include Northwestern Elementary School, Wallace Elementary School and Northwestern Senior High School.
How many public schools are located in 46901?
13 public schools are located in 46901.
What percentage of students in 46901 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 46901 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 46901?
46901 public schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).

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