For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 1,526 students in 46360, IN.
The top ranked public preschools in 46360, IN are Knapp Elementary School, Springfield Elementary School and Joy Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 46360 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Indiana public pre school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 46360, IN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public preschool average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Best 46360, IN Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Knapp Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
321 Bolka Ave
Michigan City, IN 46360
(219) 873-2096
Michigan City, IN 46360
(219) 873-2096
Grades: PK-6
| 393 students
Rank: #22.
Springfield Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3054 W 800 N
Michigan City, IN 46360
(219) 873-2117
Michigan City, IN 46360
(219) 873-2117
Grades: PK-6
| 310 students
Rank: #33.
Joy Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1600 E Coolspring Ave
Michigan City, IN 46360
(219) 873-2090
Michigan City, IN 46360
(219) 873-2090
Grades: PK-6
| 426 students
Rank: #44.
Pine Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1660 Co Line Rd
Michigan City, IN 46360
(219) 873-2114
Michigan City, IN 46360
(219) 873-2114
Grades: PK-6
| 397 students
46360, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1201 East Michigan Blvd
Michigan City, IN 46360
(219) 873-2149
Michigan City, IN 46360
(219) 873-2149
Grades: PK
| n/a students
317 Detroit St
Michigan City, IN 46360
(219) 873-2035
Michigan City, IN 46360
(219) 873-2035
Grades: 6-8
| 496 students
811 Royal Rd
Michigan City, IN 46360
(219) 873-2146
Michigan City, IN 46360
(219) 873-2146
Grades: PK
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 46360, IN?
The top ranked public preschools in 46360, IN include Knapp Elementary School, Springfield Elementary School and Joy Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 46360?
4 public preschools are located in 46360.
What is the racial composition of students in 46360?
46360 public preschools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public preschools average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
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