Best 46526 Indiana Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 3,737 students in 46526, IN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 46526, IN are Benton Elementary School, Waterford Elementary School and Parkside Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 46526 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 46526, IN have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public elementary school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best 46526, IN Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Benton Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
68350 Cr 31
Goshen, IN 46526
(574) 831-2192
Gr: K-6 | 481 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Waterford Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
65560 Sr 15
Goshen, IN 46526
(574) 533-6811
Gr: K-4 | 400 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #33.
Parkside Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1202 S 7th St
Goshen, IN 46526
(574) 533-7765
Gr: K-4 | 334 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #44.
Prairie View Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1730 Regent St
Goshen, IN 46526
(574) 534-4710
Gr: PK-4 | 415 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #55.
Model Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
412 S Greene Rd
Goshen, IN 46526
(574) 533-7677
Gr: K-4 | 474 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #66.
West Goshen Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
215 Dewey Ave
Goshen, IN 46526
(574) 533-7855
Gr: PK-4 | 387 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #77.
Goshen Intermediate School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
925 S Greene Rd
Goshen, IN 46526
(574) 534-8640
Gr: 5-6 | 889 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: n/an/a
Chandler Innovation Academy
Alternative School
419 S. 8th St.
Goshen, IN 46526
(574) 533-8631
Gr: K-12 | 357 students Student-teacher ratio: 36:1 Minority enrollment: 61%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 46526, IN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 46526, IN include Benton Elementary School, Waterford Elementary School and Parkside Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 46526?
8 public elementary schools are located in 46526.
What is the racial composition of students in 46526?
46526 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).

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