For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,346 students in 46714, IN (there are 2 private schools, serving 111 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 46714, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public schools in 46714, IN are Lancaster Central School, Bluffton High School and Bluffton-harrison Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 46714 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 46714, IN have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46714, IN Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lancaster Central School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3240 E 300 N
Bluffton, IN 46714
(260) 565-3135
Bluffton, IN 46714
(260) 565-3135
Gr: PK-5 | 533 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Bluffton High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1 Tiger Trl
Bluffton, IN 46714
(260) 824-3724
Bluffton, IN 46714
(260) 824-3724
Gr: 9-12 | 507 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #33.
Bluffton-harrison Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1100 E Spring St
Bluffton, IN 46714
(260) 824-0333
Bluffton, IN 46714
(260) 824-0333
Gr: PK-4 | 750 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #44.
Bluffton-harrison Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1500 Stogdill Rd
Bluffton, IN 46714
(260) 824-3536
Bluffton, IN 46714
(260) 824-3536
Gr: 5-8 | 556 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 46714, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in 46714, IN include Lancaster Central School, Bluffton High School and Bluffton-harrison Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 46714?
4 public schools are located in 46714.
What percentage of students in 46714 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 46714 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 46714?
46714 public schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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