For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 693 students in Paoli, IN.
The top-ranked public preschool in Paoli, IN is Throop Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Paoli, IN public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Indiana public pre school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in Paoli have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Indiana public preschool average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Paoli, IN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Throop Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
301 Elm St
Paoli, IN 47454
(812) 723-3537
Paoli, IN 47454
(812) 723-3537
Gr: PK-6 | 693 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Paoli, IN?
The top-ranked public preschools in Paoli, IN include Throop Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Paoli?
1 public preschools are located in Paoli.
What is the racial composition of students in Paoli?
Paoli public preschools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Indiana public preschools average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
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