For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,761 students in 46163, IN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 46163, IN are New Palestine Elementary School, Sugar Creek Elementary School and New Palestine Intermediate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 46163 have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 46163, IN have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Indiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public elementary school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46163, IN Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
New Palestine Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4801 S 500 W
New Palestine, IN 46163
(317) 861-5287
New Palestine, IN 46163
(317) 861-5287
Gr: PK-4 | 579 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Sugar Creek Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2337 S 600 W
New Palestine, IN 46163
(317) 861-6747
New Palestine, IN 46163
(317) 861-6747
Gr: PK-4 | 577 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #33.
New Palestine Intermediate School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5613 W 200 South
New Palestine, IN 46163
(317) 861-4463
New Palestine, IN 46163
(317) 861-4463
Gr: 5-6 | 605 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 46163, IN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 46163, IN include New Palestine Elementary School, Sugar Creek Elementary School and New Palestine Intermediate School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 46163?
3 public elementary schools are located in 46163.
What is the racial composition of students in 46163?
46163 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 11% 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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