For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,132 students in 46514, IN.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 46514, IN are Elkhart Area Career Center, West Side Middle School and North Side Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 46514 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Indiana public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 46514, IN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public middle school average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46514, IN Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Elkhart Area Career Center
Vocational School
(Math: 60-79% | Reading: ≥80% )
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2424 California Rd
Elkhart, IN 46514
(574) 262-5650
Elkhart, IN 46514
(574) 262-5650
Gr: 6-12
Rank: #22.
West Side Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
101 S Nappanee St
Elkhart, IN 46514
(574) 295-4815
Elkhart, IN 46514
(574) 295-4815
Gr: 7-8 | 569 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #33.
North Side Middle School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
300 Lawrence St
Elkhart, IN 46514
(574) 262-5570
Elkhart, IN 46514
(574) 262-5570
Gr: 7-8 | 563 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 46514, IN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 46514, IN include Elkhart Area Career Center, West Side Middle School and North Side Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 46514?
3 public middle schools are located in 46514.
What is the racial composition of students in 46514?
46514 public middle schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public middle schools average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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