For the 2025-26 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 2,185 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 44%), 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 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public preschool average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Best 46901, IN Public Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Howard Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3526 N 300 E
Kokomo, IN 46901
(765) 454-2326
Kokomo, IN 46901
(765) 454-2326
Gr: PK-6 | 289 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Lafayette Park Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
919 N Korby St
Kokomo, IN 46901
(765) 454-7060
Kokomo, IN 46901
(765) 454-7060
Gr: PK-5 | 680 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #33.
Sycamore Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1600 E Sycamore
Kokomo, IN 46901
(765) 454-7090
Kokomo, IN 46901
(765) 454-7090
Gr: PK-5 | 348 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #44.
Bon Air Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 10-14% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2800 Apperson Way N
Kokomo, IN 46901
(765) 454-7030
Kokomo, IN 46901
(765) 454-7030
Gr: PK-2 | 264 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #55.
Pettit Park School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
901 W Havens
Kokomo, IN 46901
(765) 454-7075
Kokomo, IN 46901
(765) 454-7075
Gr: PK-5 | 239 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #66.
Elwood Haynes Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
910 S Cooper
Kokomo, IN 46901
(765) 454-7050
Kokomo, IN 46901
(765) 454-7050
Gr: PK-5 | 365 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
46901, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1234 N Courtland
Kokomo, IN 46901
(765) 454-7040
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
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 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public preschools average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
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