Best 47460 Indiana Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 911 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 45% (versus the Indiana public pre school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 47460, IN have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public preschool average of 36% (majority Hispanic).

Best 47460, IN Public Preschools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mccormick's Creek Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1601 Flatwoods Rd
Spencer, IN 47460
(812) 828-6000
Gr: PK-6 | 390 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Spencer Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
151 Hillside Ave
Spencer, IN 47460
(812) 829-2253
Gr: PK-6 | 521 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 11%

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 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public preschools average of 36% (majority Hispanic).

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