Best 46501 Indiana Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 445 students in 46501, IN (there are 1 private school, serving 20 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 46501, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public schools in 46501, IN are Argos Community Elementary School and Argos Comm Jr-sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 46501 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 46501, IN have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best 46501, IN Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Argos Community Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
600 Yearick Ave
Argos, IN 46501
(574) 892-5136
Gr: PK-5 | 350 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Argos Comm Jr-sr High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
500 Yearick Ave
Argos, IN 46501
(574) 892-5137
Gr: 6-12 | 95 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 9%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 46501, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in 46501, IN include Argos Community Elementary School and Argos Comm Jr-sr High School.
How many public schools are located in 46501?
2 public schools are located in 46501.
What percentage of students in 46501 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 46501 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 46501?
46501 public schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).

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