For the 2024 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,607 students in 46408, IN (there are 2 private schools, serving 395 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in 46408, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in 46408, IN are Calumet New Tech High School, Steel City Academy and Lake Ridge New Tech Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 46408 have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the Indiana public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 18% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 46408, IN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public school average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46408, IN Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Calumet New Tech High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3900 Calhoun St
Gary, IN 46408
(219) 838-6990
Gary, IN 46408
(219) 838-6990
Grades: 9-12
| 623 students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Steel City Academy
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2650 W 35th Avenue
Gary, IN 46408
(219) 750-1010
Gary, IN 46408
(219) 750-1010
Grades: K-12
| 412 students
Rank: #33.
Lake Ridge New Tech Middle School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3601 W 41st Ave
Gary, IN 46408
(219) 980-0730
Gary, IN 46408
(219) 980-0730
Grades: 5-8
| 470 students
Rank: #44.
Longfellow New Tech Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
45th/calhoun Sts
Gary, IN 46408
(219) 923-7004
Gary, IN 46408
(219) 923-7004
Grades: K-4
| 466 students
Rank: #55.
Glen Park For Excel In Lrn
(Math: 3% | Reading: 5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5002 Madison St
Gary, IN 46408
(219) 318-2800
Gary, IN 46408
(219) 318-2800
Grades: K-5
| 516 students
Rank: n/an/a
Excel Center - Gary
Charter School
4610 W Ridge Road
Gary, IN 46408
(219) 789-5236
Gary, IN 46408
(219) 789-5236
Grades: 11-12
| 120 students
46408, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
4581 Fillmore St
Gary, IN 46408
(219) 980-6336
Gary, IN 46408
(219) 980-6336
Grades: K-6
| 468 students
3720 Pierce St
Gary, IN 46408
(219) 980-6345
Gary, IN 46408
(219) 980-6345
Grades: K-6
| n/a students
The Ensweiler Academy (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
6111 W Ridge Rd
Gary, IN 46408
(219) 838-1819
Gary, IN 46408
(219) 838-1819
Grades: 7-12
| 66 students
4735 Arthur Street
Gary, IN 46408
(219) 980-3390
Gary, IN 46408
(219) 980-3390
Grades: K-5
| 294 students
415 West 45th Ave
Gary, IN 46408
(219) 980-6305
Gary, IN 46408
(219) 980-6305
Grades: 7-12
| 713 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 46408, IN?
The top ranked public schools in 46408, IN include Calumet New Tech High School, Steel City Academy and Lake Ridge New Tech Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 46408, IN?
6 public schools are located in 46408, IN.
What percentage of students in 46408, IN go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in 46408, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 46408, IN?
46408, IN public schools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public schools average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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