For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 45 students in 46409, IN.
The top-ranked public high school in 46409, IN is Gary Virtual Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 46409 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Indiana public high school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 15% (versus the 46% statewide average). High schools in 46409, IN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 46409 have a Graduation Rate of 10%, which is less than the Indiana average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Gary Virtual Academy, with ≤10% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Indiana or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public high school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46409, IN Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gary Virtual Academy
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1800 E 35th Ave
Gary, IN 46409
(219) 881-5466
Gary, IN 46409
(219) 881-5466
Gr: K-12 | 45 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: n/an/a
Gary Career Center
Vocational School
1800 E 35th Ave
Gary, IN 46409
(219) 962-7571
Gary, IN 46409
(219) 962-7571
Gr: 6-12
46409, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
600 E 35th Ave
Gary, IN 46409
(219) 980-6330
Gary, IN 46409
(219) 980-6330
Gr: K-6 | 397 students Minority enrollment: 99%
1301 E 43rd Ave
Gary, IN 46409
(219) 980-6342
Gary, IN 46409
(219) 980-6342
Gr: K-5 | 408 students
5050 Vermont St
Gary, IN 46409
(219) 980-6333
Gary, IN 46409
(219) 980-6333
Gr: K-4 | 443 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Martin Luther King School Alternative (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
1800 East 35th Ave
Gary, IN 46409
(219) 963-2085
Gary, IN 46409
(219) 963-2085
Gr: 9-12
1800 East 35th Ave
Gary, IN 46409
(219) 963-2901
Gary, IN 46409
(219) 963-2901
Gr: 9-12 | 187 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 46409, IN?
The top-ranked public high schools in 46409, IN include Gary Virtual Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 46409?
2 public high schools are located in 46409.
What is the racial composition of students in 46409?
46409 public high schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public high schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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