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Best 46901 Indiana Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public elementary schools serving 3,625 students in 46901, IN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 46901, IN are Northwestern Elementary School, Wallace Elementary School and Howard Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 46901 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 46901, IN have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Indiana public elementary school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best 46901, IN Public Elementary 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.
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: #44.
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: #55.
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: #66.
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: #77.
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: #88.
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: #99.
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: #1010.
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%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 46901, IN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 46901, IN include Northwestern Elementary School, Wallace Elementary School and Howard Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 46901?
10 public elementary schools are located in 46901.
What is the racial composition of students in 46901?
46901 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Indiana public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).

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