For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 700 students in 46176, IN.
The top-ranked public preschool in 46176, IN is Southwestern Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 46176 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Indiana public pre school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 46176, IN have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public preschool average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Best 46176, IN Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Southwestern Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3406 W 600 S
Shelbyville, IN 46176
(317) 729-5320
Shelbyville, IN 46176
(317) 729-5320
Gr: PK-6 | 405 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: n/an/a
1115 E State Road 44
Shelbyville, IN 46176
(317) 392-2449
Shelbyville, IN 46176
(317) 392-2449
Gr: PK | 295 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 46176, IN?
The top-ranked public preschools in 46176, IN include Southwestern Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 46176?
2 public preschools are located in 46176.
What is the racial composition of students in 46176?
46176 public preschools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public preschools average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
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