For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,629 students in 46761, IN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 46761, IN are Prairie Heights Elementary School, Prairie Heights Middle School and Lakeland Intermediate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 46761 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 46761, IN have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public elementary school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46761, IN Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Prairie Heights Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
0455 S 1150 E
Lagrange, IN 46761
(260) 351-3034
Lagrange, IN 46761
(260) 351-3034
Gr: K-4 | 537 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Prairie Heights Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
0395 S 1150 E
Lagrange, IN 46761
(260) 351-3038
Lagrange, IN 46761
(260) 351-3038
Gr: 5-8 | 377 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #33.
Lakeland Intermediate School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1055 E 075 N
Lagrange, IN 46761
(260) 499-2480
Lagrange, IN 46761
(260) 499-2480
Gr: 3-6 | 416 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: n/an/a
1 Lemaster Cir
Lagrange, IN 46761
(260) 499-2430
Lagrange, IN 46761
(260) 499-2430
Gr: K-2 | 299 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
46761, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1055 E 075 N
Lagrange, IN 46761
(260) 499-2480
Lagrange, IN 46761
(260) 499-2480
Gr: 6-8 | 460 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
1 Lemaster Cir
Lagrange, IN 46761
(260) 499-2430
Lagrange, IN 46761
(260) 499-2430
Gr: K-5 | 437 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 46761, IN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 46761, IN include Prairie Heights Elementary School, Prairie Heights Middle School and Lakeland Intermediate School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 46761?
4 public elementary schools are located in 46761.
What is the racial composition of students in 46761?
46761 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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