For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 633 students in Hanover, IN.
The top-ranked public preschool in Hanover, IN is Southwestern Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hanover, IN public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Indiana public pre school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in Hanover have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Indiana public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public preschool average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Hanover, IN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Southwestern Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
273 South Main Cross St
Hanover, IN 47243
(812) 866-9400
Hanover, IN 47243
(812) 866-9400
Gr: PK-5 | 633 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Hanover, IN?
The top-ranked public preschools in Hanover, IN include Southwestern Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Hanover?
1 public preschools are located in Hanover.
What is the racial composition of students in Hanover?
Hanover public preschools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public preschools average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
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