For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 908 students in 46545, IN.
The top-ranked public preschools in 46545, IN are Bittersweet Elementary School and Elsie Rogers Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 46545 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Indiana public pre school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 46545, IN have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Indiana public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Indiana public preschool average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Best 46545, IN Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bittersweet Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
55860 Bittersweet
Mishawaka, IN 46545
(574) 259-6341
Mishawaka, IN 46545
(574) 259-6341
Gr: PK-5 | 515 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #22.
Elsie Rogers Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
56219 Currant Rd
Mishawaka, IN 46545
(574) 259-5231
Mishawaka, IN 46545
(574) 259-5231
Gr: PK-5 | 393 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 46545, IN?
The top-ranked public preschools in 46545, IN include Bittersweet Elementary School and Elsie Rogers Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 46545?
2 public preschools are located in 46545.
What is the racial composition of students in 46545?
46545 public preschools minority enrollment is 19% 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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