Best 46901 Indiana Public Preschools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 1,959 students in 46901, IN.
The top-ranked public preschools in 46901, IN are Howard Elementary School, Lafayette Park Elementary School and Sycamore Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 46901 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Indiana public pre school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 46901, IN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public preschool average of 36% (majority Hispanic).

Best 46901, IN Public Preschools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Howard Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
3526 N 300 E
Kokomo, IN 46901
(765) 454-2326
Gr: PK-6 | 317 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #22.
Lafayette Park Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
919 N Korby St
Kokomo, IN 46901
(765) 454-7060
Gr: PK-5 | 527 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #33.
Sycamore Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1600 E Sycamore
Kokomo, IN 46901
(765) 454-7090
Gr: PK-5 | 305 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #44.
Bon Air Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 10-14% )
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
2800 Apperson Way N
Kokomo, IN 46901
(765) 454-7030
Gr: PK-3 | 261 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #55.
Pettit Park School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
901 W Havens
Kokomo, IN 46901
(765) 454-7075
Gr: PK-5 | 215 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #66.
Elwood Haynes Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
910 S Cooper
Kokomo, IN 46901
(765) 454-7050
Gr: PK-5 | 334 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 46901 Indiana

46901, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
1234 N Courtland
Kokomo, IN 46901
(765) 454-7040
Gr: K-5 | 177 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
923 North Korby St
Kokomo, IN 46901
(765) 454-7065
Gr: 8 | 106 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 14%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in 46901, IN?
The top-ranked public preschools in 46901, IN include Howard Elementary School, Lafayette Park Elementary School and Sycamore Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 46901?
6 public preschools are located in 46901.
What is the racial composition of students in 46901?
46901 public preschools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public preschools average of 36% (majority Hispanic).

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