For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,497 students in 46202, IN.
The top-ranked public preschools in 46202, IN are Center For Inquiry School 27, Global Preparatory Academy and Washington Irving Neighborhood School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 46202 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Indiana public pre school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 46202, IN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Indiana public preschool average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Best 46202, IN Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Center For Inquiry School 27
(Math: 27% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
545 E 19th St
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 226-4227
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 226-4227
Gr: PK-8 | 460 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #22.
Global Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2033 Sugar Grove Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 226-4244
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 226-4244
Gr: PK-8 | 701 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #33.
Washington Irving Neighborhood School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 23% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1250 E Market St
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 226-4214
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 226-4214
Gr: PK-8 | 336 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
46202, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1301 E 16th St
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 226-4116
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 226-4116
Gr: 6-8 | 16 students Minority enrollment: 75%
545 East 19th St
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 226-4227
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 226-4227
Gr: PK-6 | 269 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Children's Bureau (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
02115 N Central Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 808-333
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 808-333
Gr: 2-6 | 6 students Minority enrollment: 67%
Community Academy (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
1301 E 16th St
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 226-3961
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 226-3961
Gr: 9-12 | 33 students Minority enrollment: 85%
1140 Dr M Luther King Jr St
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 226-2800
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 226-2800
Gr: 6-8 | 323 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Horizon Middle School (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
1401 E 10th St
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 226-4297
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 226-4297
Gr: 6-8 | 80 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
1145 E 22nd St
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 653-4009
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 653-4009
Gr: K-6 | 148 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
1145 East 22nd St
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 608-0210
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 608-0210
Gr: K-8 | 311 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Julian Center (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
2011 N Meridian St
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 920-9320
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 920-9320
Gr: 2 | 1 student
The Learning Center (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
1301 E 16th St
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 226-3961
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 226-3961
Gr: 7-9 | 26 students Minority enrollment: 77%
New Beginnings High School (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
1840 N Meridian
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 226-4350
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 226-4350
Gr: 9-12 | 188 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Urban Act Academy (Closed 2023)
Charter School
1250 E Market Street
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 226-4214
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 226-4214
Gr: K-8 | 298 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 46202, IN?
The top-ranked public preschools in 46202, IN include Center For Inquiry School 27, Global Preparatory Academy and Washington Irving Neighborhood School.
How many public preschools are located in 46202?
3 public preschools are located in 46202.
What is the racial composition of students in 46202?
46202 public preschools minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Indiana public preschools average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
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