Best 46402 Indiana Public Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,362 students in 46402, IN.

The top ranked public schools in 46402, IN are Gary Middle College and 21st Century Charter Sch Of Gary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Public schools in zipcode 46402 have an score of 8% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and score of 12% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 46402, IN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.

Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best 46402, IN Public Schools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

Quick Facts

Rank: #11.

Gary Middle College

Charter School

(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤20%)
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131 East 5th Ave
Gary, IN 46402
(219) 888-7120

Gr: 9-12 | 149 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%

Rank: #22.

21st Century Charter Sch Of Gary

Charter School

(Math: 8% | Reading: 12%)
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556 Washington St
Gary, IN 46402
(219) 886-9339

Gr: K-12 | 1,213 student Student-teacher ratio: 12:1

[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 46402 Indiana

46402, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)

School

Location

Quick Facts

Jefferson Elementary School (Closed 2018)

601 Jackson St
Gary, IN 46402
(219) 886-6570

Gr: K-6 | 344 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%

Spaulding Elementary School (Closed 2005)

660 Rhode Island St
Gary, IN 46402
(219) 886-6586

Gr: K-5 | 318 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 46402, IN?

The top ranked public schools in 46402, IN include Gary Middle College and 21st Century Charter Sch Of Gary.

How many public schools are located in 46402?

2 public schools are located in 46402.

What is the racial composition of students in 46402?

46402 public schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).