For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 1,800 students in 47401, IN.
The top-ranked public preschools in 47401, IN are Childs Elementary School, Binford Elementary School and Lakeview Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 47401 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Indiana public pre school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 47401, IN have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Indiana public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Indiana public preschool average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Best 47401, IN Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Childs Elementary School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
2211 S High St
Bloomington, IN 47401
(812) 330-7756
Bloomington, IN 47401
(812) 330-7756
Gr: PK-6 | 446 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #22.
Binford Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2300 E Second St
Bloomington, IN 47401
(812) 330-7741
Bloomington, IN 47401
(812) 330-7741
Gr: PK-6 | 507 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #33.
Lakeview Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
9090 S Strain Ridge
Bloomington, IN 47401
(812) 824-7061
Bloomington, IN 47401
(812) 824-7061
Gr: PK-6 | 408 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #44.
Templeton Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1400 S Brenda Ln
Bloomington, IN 47401
(812) 330-7735
Bloomington, IN 47401
(812) 330-7735
Gr: PK-6 | 412 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: n/an/a
401 East Miller Drive
Bloomington, IN 47401
(812) 330-7702
Bloomington, IN 47401
(812) 330-7702
Gr: PK | 27 students Minority enrollment: 37%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 47401, IN?
The top-ranked public preschools in 47401, IN include Childs Elementary School, Binford Elementary School and Lakeview Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 47401?
5 public preschools are located in 47401.
What is the racial composition of students in 47401?
47401 public preschools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Indiana public preschools average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
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