For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,348 students in 46032, IN.
The top-ranked public preschools in 46032, IN are Smoky Row Elementary School and Clay Center 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 79% (versus the Indiana public pre school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 46032, IN have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Indiana public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less 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.
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 | 659 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #22.
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 | 689 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
46032, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Hbm Special Education Coop Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
400 South Guilford Rd
Carmel, IN 46032
(317) 571-4027
Carmel, IN 46032
(317) 571-4027
Gr: K-2 | 10 students Minority enrollment: 10%
Mosaics School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
400 South Guilford Rd
Carmel, IN 46032
(317) 571-7919
Carmel, IN 46032
(317) 571-7919
Gr: 1-12 | 62 students Minority enrollment: 13%
Options Westfield (Closed 2024)
Charter School
530 W Carmel Dr
Carmel, IN 46032
(317) 815-2098
Carmel, IN 46032
(317) 815-2098
Gr: 6-12 | 252 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 46032, IN?
The top-ranked public preschools in 46032, IN include Smoky Row Elementary School and Clay Center Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 46032?
2 public preschools are located in 46032.
What is the racial composition of students in 46032?
46032 public preschools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Indiana public preschools average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
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