For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 892 students in 46312, IN.
The top ranked public charter schools in 46312, IN are East Chicago Urban Enterprise Academy and East Chicago Lighthouse. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 46312 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Indiana public charter school average of 18%), and reading proficiency score of 18% (versus the 26% statewide average). Charter schools in 46312, IN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public charter school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 46312, IN Public Charter Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
East Chicago Urban Enterprise Academy
Charter School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1402 E Chicago Ave
East Chicago, IN 46312
(219) 392-3650
East Chicago, IN 46312
(219) 392-3650
Grades: K-8
| 430 students
Rank: #22.
East Chicago Lighthouse
Charter School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3916 Pulaski
East Chicago, IN 46312
(219) 378-7450
East Chicago, IN 46312
(219) 378-7450
Grades: K-8
| 462 students
46312, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
2400 Cardinal Dr
East Chicago, IN 46312
(219) 391-4077
East Chicago, IN 46312
(219) 391-4077
Grades: 5-7
| 719 students
3551 Block Ave
East Chicago, IN 46312
(219) 391-4180
East Chicago, IN 46312
(219) 391-4180
Grades: K-6
| 258 students
4001 Indianapolis Blvd
East Chicago, IN 46312
(219) 391-4068
East Chicago, IN 46312
(219) 391-4068
Grades: 7-8
| 356 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public charter schools in 46312, IN?
The top ranked public charter schools in 46312, IN include East Chicago Urban Enterprise Academy and East Chicago Lighthouse.
How many public charter schools are located in 46312?
2 public charter schools are located in 46312.
What is the racial composition of students in 46312?
46312 public charter schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public charter schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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