For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 3,781 students in 46032, IN.
The top-ranked public preschools in 46032, IN are College Wood Elementary School, West Clay Elementary School and Smoky Row Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 46032 have an average math proficiency score of 81% (versus the Indiana public pre school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 46032, IN have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of Indiana public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Indiana public preschool average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Best 46032, IN Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
College Wood Elementary School
(Math: 88% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
12415 Shelborne Rd
Carmel, IN 46032
(317) 733-6430
Carmel, IN 46032
(317) 733-6430
Gr: PK-5 | 616 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #22.
West Clay Elementary School
(Math: 87% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
3495 W 126 St
Carmel, IN 46032
(317) 733-6500
Carmel, IN 46032
(317) 733-6500
Gr: PK-5 | 580 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Smoky Row Elementary School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
900 W 136th St
Carmel, IN 46032
(317) 571-4084
Carmel, IN 46032
(317) 571-4084
Gr: PK-5 | 692 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Towne Meadow Elementary School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
10850 Towne Rd
Carmel, IN 46032
(317) 733-2645
Carmel, IN 46032
(317) 733-2645
Gr: PK-5 | 527 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #55.
Clay Center Elementary School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
12025 Clay Center Rd
Carmel, IN 46032
(317) 733-6450
Carmel, IN 46032
(317) 733-6450
Gr: PK-5 | 666 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #66.
Carmel Elementary School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
101 S Richland Ave
Carmel, IN 46032
(317) 844-0168
Carmel, IN 46032
(317) 844-0168
Gr: PK-5 | 700 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 46032, IN?
The top-ranked public preschools in 46032, IN include College Wood Elementary School, West Clay Elementary School and Smoky Row Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 46032?
6 public preschools are located in 46032.
What is the racial composition of students in 46032?
46032 public preschools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Indiana public preschools average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
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