Best 46725 Indiana Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,674 students in 46725, IN (there are 2 private schools, serving 84 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 46725, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public schools in 46725, IN are Northern Heights Elementary School, Coesse School and Columbia City High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 46725 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 46725, IN have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best 46725, IN Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Northern Heights Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
5209 N Sr 109
Columbia City, IN 46725
(260) 691-2371
Gr: K-5 | 504 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Coesse School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
2250 S 500 E
Columbia City, IN 46725
(260) 244-3351
Gr: K-5 | 291 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #33.
Columbia City High School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1600 South State Road 9
Columbia City, IN 46725
(260) 244-6136
Gr: 9-12 | 1,202 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #44.
Indian Springs Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1692 S Sr 9
Columbia City, IN 46725
(260) 244-5148
Gr: 6-8 | 797 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #55.
Little Turtle Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1710 S State Rd 9
Columbia City, IN 46725
(260) 244-3343
Gr: K-5 | 583 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #66.
Mary Raber Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
700 E Jackson St
Columbia City, IN 46725
(260) 244-5857
Gr: PK-5 | 297 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 9%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 46725, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in 46725, IN include Northern Heights Elementary School, Coesse School and Columbia City High School.
How many public schools are located in 46725?
6 public schools are located in 46725.
What percentage of students in 46725 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 46725 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 46725?
46725 public schools minority enrollment is 10% 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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