Best 47842 Indiana Public Preschools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 627 students in 47842, IN.
The top-ranked public preschools in 47842, IN are Central Elementary School and Van Duyn Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 47842 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Indiana public pre school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 47842, IN have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Indiana public preschool average of 36% (majority Hispanic).

Best 47842, IN Public Preschools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
208 S 9th St
Clinton, IN 47842
(765) 832-7731
Gr: PK-5 | 370 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Van Duyn Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
15095 S Range Line Rd
Clinton, IN 47842
(765) 832-7761
Gr: PK-5 | 257 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 47842 Indiana

47842, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
72 E 1100 S
Clinton, IN 47842
(765) 832-7718
Gr: PK-5 | 224 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in 47842, IN?
The top-ranked public preschools in 47842, IN include Central Elementary School and Van Duyn Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 47842?
2 public preschools are located in 47842.
What is the racial composition of students in 47842?
47842 public preschools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Indiana public preschools average of 36% (majority Hispanic).

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