For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 804 students in 46802, IN.
The top-ranked public preschools in 46802, IN are Lindley Elementary School, Washington Elementary School and Study Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 46802 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Indiana public pre school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 18% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 46802, IN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public preschool average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Best 46802, IN Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lindley Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2201 Ardmore Ave
Fort Wayne, IN 46802
(260) 467-5350
Fort Wayne, IN 46802
(260) 467-5350
Gr: PK-5 | 330 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #22.
Washington Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1015 W Wash Blvd
Fort Wayne, IN 46802
(260) 467-8150
Fort Wayne, IN 46802
(260) 467-8150
Gr: PK-5 | 206 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #33.
Study Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2414 Brooklyn Ave
Fort Wayne, IN 46802
(260) 467-8500
Fort Wayne, IN 46802
(260) 467-8500
Gr: PK-5 | 268 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
46802, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Richard Milburn High School (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
514 E Washington Blvd
Fort Wayne, IN 46802
(260) 422-7647
Fort Wayne, IN 46802
(260) 422-7647
Gr: 9-12
Special Education Center (Closed 2013)
Special Education School
1200 South Barr St
Fort Wayne, IN 46802
(260) 467-1110
Fort Wayne, IN 46802
(260) 467-1110
Gr: PK
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 46802, IN?
The top-ranked public preschools in 46802, IN include Lindley Elementary School, Washington Elementary School and Study Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 46802?
3 public preschools are located in 46802.
What is the racial composition of students in 46802?
46802 public preschools minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public preschools average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
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