For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,657 students in 46738, IN (there are 1 private school, serving 102 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 46738, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 46738, IN are Garrett High School, J E Ober Elementary School and Garrett Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 46738 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Indiana public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 46738, IN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46738, IN Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Garrett High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
801 E Houston St
Garrett, IN 46738
(260) 357-4114
Garrett, IN 46738
(260) 357-4114
Grades: 9-12
| 558 students
Rank: #22.
J E Ober Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
801 E Houston St
Garrett, IN 46738
(260) 357-3112
Garrett, IN 46738
(260) 357-3112
Grades: K-5
| 712 students
Rank: #33.
Garrett Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
801 E Houston St
Garrett, IN 46738
(260) 357-5745
Garrett, IN 46738
(260) 357-5745
Grades: 6-8
| 387 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 46738, IN?
The top ranked public schools in 46738, IN include Garrett High School, J E Ober Elementary School and Garrett Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 46738?
3 public schools are located in 46738.
What percentage of students in 46738 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 46738 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 46738?
46738 public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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