For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 315 students in 46617, IN.
The top-ranked public preschool in 46617, IN is Mckinley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 46617 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Indiana public pre school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 12% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 46617, IN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public preschool average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Best 46617, IN Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mckinley Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
228 N Greenlawn Ave
South Bend, IN 46617
(574) 393-3300
South Bend, IN 46617
(574) 393-3300
Gr: PK-5 | 315 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
46617, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
740 N Eddy St
South Bend, IN 46617
(574) 393-3500
South Bend, IN 46617
(574) 393-3500
Gr: K-4 | 203 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 46617, IN?
The top-ranked public preschools in 46617, IN include Mckinley Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 46617?
1 public preschools are located in 46617.
What is the racial composition of students in 46617?
46617 public preschools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public preschools average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
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