For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 1,655 students in 46131, IN.
The top ranked public preschools in 46131, IN are Needham Elementary School, Creekside Elementary School and Northwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 46131 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Indiana public pre school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 46131, IN have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Indiana public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public preschool average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Best 46131, IN Public Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Needham Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1399 Upper Shelbyville Rd
Franklin, IN 46131
(317) 738-5780
Franklin, IN 46131
(317) 738-5780
Gr: PK-4 | 336 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Creekside Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
700 E Sr 44
Franklin, IN 46131
(317) 346-8800
Franklin, IN 46131
(317) 346-8800
Gr: PK-4 | 528 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Northwood Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
965 Grizzly Cub Dr
Franklin, IN 46131
(317) 346-8900
Franklin, IN 46131
(317) 346-8900
Gr: PK-4 | 506 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Webb Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1400 Webb Ct
Franklin, IN 46131
(317) 738-5790
Franklin, IN 46131
(317) 738-5790
Gr: PK-4 | 285 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 46131, IN?
The top ranked public preschools in 46131, IN include Needham Elementary School, Creekside Elementary School and Northwood Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 46131?
4 public preschools are located in 46131.
What is the racial composition of students in 46131?
46131 public preschools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public preschools average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
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