For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 379 students in 46802, IN.
The top-ranked public high schools in 46802, IN are Fort Wayne Virtual Academy and Smith Academy For Excellence. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 46802 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Indiana public high school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 46% statewide average). High schools in 46802, IN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 46802 have a Graduation Rate of 64%, which is less than the Indiana average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Fort Wayne Virtual Academy, with 60-79% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Indiana or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public high school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46802, IN Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fort Wayne Virtual Academy
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1200 S Clinton St
Fort Wayne, IN 46802
(260) 467-7550
Fort Wayne, IN 46802
(260) 467-7550
Gr: K-12 | 315 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #22.
Smith Academy For Excellence
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
725 W Washington Blvd
Fort Wayne, IN 46802
(260) 579-6939
Fort Wayne, IN 46802
(260) 579-6939
Gr: 3-12 | 64 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: n/an/a
Anthis Career Center
Vocational School
1200 S Barr St
Fort Wayne, IN 46802
(260) 467-1005
Fort Wayne, IN 46802
(260) 467-1005
Gr: 6-12
46802, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Richard Milburn High School (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
514 E Washington Blvd
Fort Wayne, IN 46802
(260) 422-7647
Fort Wayne, IN 46802
(260) 422-7647
Gr: 9-12
Special Education Center (Closed 2013)
Special Education School
1200 South Barr St
Fort Wayne, IN 46802
(260) 467-1110
Fort Wayne, IN 46802
(260) 467-1110
Gr: PK
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 46802, IN?
The top-ranked public high schools in 46802, IN include Fort Wayne Virtual Academy and Smith Academy For Excellence.
How many public high schools are located in 46802?
4 public high schools are located in 46802.
What is the racial composition of students in 46802?
46802 public high schools minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public high schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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