For the 2025-26 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 5,582 students in 46818, IN (there are 2 private schools, serving 231 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 46818, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public schools in 46818, IN are Carroll High School, Hickory Center Elementary School and Eel River Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 46818 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 46818, IN have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46818, IN Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Carroll High School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3701 Carroll Rd
Fort Wayne, IN 46818
(260) 637-3161
Fort Wayne, IN 46818
(260) 637-3161
Gr: 9-12 | 2,580 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
Hickory Center Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3606 Baird Rd
Fort Wayne, IN 46818
(260) 637-3758
Fort Wayne, IN 46818
(260) 637-3758
Gr: PK-5 | 443 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #33.
Eel River Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
12723 Bethel Rd
Fort Wayne, IN 46818
(260) 338-5395
Fort Wayne, IN 46818
(260) 338-5395
Gr: K-5 | 430 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #44.
Carroll Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4027 Hathaway Rd
Fort Wayne, IN 46818
(260) 637-5159
Fort Wayne, IN 46818
(260) 637-5159
Gr: 6-8 | 1,025 student Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #55.
Aspen Meadow Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2650 Hathaway Rd
Fort Wayne, IN 46818
(260) 338-5345
Fort Wayne, IN 46818
(260) 338-5345
Gr: K-5 | 592 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #66.
Washington Center Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1936 W Wallen Rd
Fort Wayne, IN 46818
(260) 467-6250
Fort Wayne, IN 46818
(260) 467-6250
Gr: PK-5 | 512 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: n/an/a
Allen Co Youth Services Center
Alternative School
11805 Lima Rd
Fort Wayne, IN 46818
(260) 449-3561
Fort Wayne, IN 46818
(260) 449-3561
Gr: 1-12
46818, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
7117 Venture Ln
Fort Wayne, IN 46818
(260) 497-7233
Fort Wayne, IN 46818
(260) 497-7233
Gr: 6-11
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 46818, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in 46818, IN include Carroll High School, Hickory Center Elementary School and Eel River Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 46818?
7 public schools are located in 46818.
What percentage of students in 46818 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 46818 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 46818?
46818 public schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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