For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,256 students in 46816, IN (there are 3 private schools, serving 799 private students). 74% of all K-12 students in 46816, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public schools in 46816, IN are East Allen University, Paul Harding Jr High School and Prince Chapman Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 46816 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 46816, IN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Indiana public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46816, IN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
East Allen University
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6501 Wayne Trace
Fort Wayne, IN 46816
(260) 446-0240
Fort Wayne, IN 46816
(260) 446-0240
Gr: 9-12 | 291 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #22.
Paul Harding Jr High School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6501 Wayne Trace
Fort Wayne, IN 46816
(260) 446-0240
Fort Wayne, IN 46816
(260) 446-0240
Gr: 7-8 | 422 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #33.
Prince Chapman Academy
(Math: 14% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4808 E Paulding Rd
Fort Wayne, IN 46816
(260) 446-0270
Fort Wayne, IN 46816
(260) 446-0270
Gr: 3-6 | 819 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: n/an/a
6500 Wayne Trace
Fort Wayne, IN 46816
(260) 446-0250
Fort Wayne, IN 46816
(260) 446-0250
Gr: PK-2 | 724 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 46816, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in 46816, IN include East Allen University, Paul Harding Jr High School and Prince Chapman Academy.
How many public schools are located in 46816?
4 public schools are located in 46816.
What percentage of students in 46816 go to public school?
74% of all K-12 students in 46816 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 46816?
46816 public schools minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Indiana public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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