For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 871 students in 46637, IN.
The top-ranked public preschools in 46637, IN are Darden Elementary School and Clay International Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 46637 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Indiana public pre school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 46637, IN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public preschool average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Best 46637, IN Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Darden Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
18645 Janet St
South Bend, IN 46637
(574) 243-7335
South Bend, IN 46637
(574) 243-7335
Gr: PK-5 | 375 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #22.
Clay International Academy
(Math: 13% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
52900 Lily Rd
South Bend, IN 46637
(574) 393-4300
South Bend, IN 46637
(574) 393-4300
Gr: PK-8 | 496 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
46637, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Eggleston Center (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
19010 Adams Rd
South Bend, IN 46637
(574) 243-7305
South Bend, IN 46637
(574) 243-7305
Gr: 10-12 | 89 students Minority enrollment: 56%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 46637, IN?
The top-ranked public preschools in 46637, IN include Darden Elementary School and Clay International Academy.
How many public preschools are located in 46637?
2 public preschools are located in 46637.
What is the racial composition of students in 46637?
46637 public preschools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public preschools average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
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