For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 1,908 students in 46544, IN.
The top-ranked public preschools in 46544, IN are Elm Road Elementary School, Meadow's Edge Elementary School and Beiger Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 46544 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Indiana public pre school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 46544, IN have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public preschool average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Best 46544, IN Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Elm Road Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
59400 Elm Rd
Mishawaka, IN 46544
(574) 259-3743
Mishawaka, IN 46544
(574) 259-3743
Gr: PK-5 | 503 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
Meadow's Edge Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
16333 Kern Rd
Mishawaka, IN 46544
(574) 255-9347
Mishawaka, IN 46544
(574) 255-9347
Gr: PK-5 | 382 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #33.
Beiger Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1600 E Third St
Mishawaka, IN 46544
(574) 254-4700
Mishawaka, IN 46544
(574) 254-4700
Gr: PK-6 | 504 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #44.
Lasalle Elementary School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1511 Milburn Blvd
Mishawaka, IN 46544
(574) 254-4800
Mishawaka, IN 46544
(574) 254-4800
Gr: PK-6 | 519 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
46544, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Joint Service Program Elementary School (Closed 2014)
Special Education School
1402 South Main St
Mishawaka, IN 46544
(574) 254-4528
Mishawaka, IN 46544
(574) 254-4528
Gr: PK
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 46544, IN?
The top-ranked public preschools in 46544, IN include Elm Road Elementary School, Meadow's Edge Elementary School and Beiger Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 46544?
4 public preschools are located in 46544.
What is the racial composition of students in 46544?
46544 public preschools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public preschools average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
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