For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 400 students in 46409, IN.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 46409, IN are Gary Virtual Academy and Bailly Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 46409 have an average math proficiency score of 5% (versus the Indiana public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 12% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 46409, IN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public middle school average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46409, IN Public Middle Schools (2026)
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: #22.
Bailly Middle School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4621 Georgia St
Gary, IN 46409
(219) 980-6326
Gary, IN 46409
(219) 980-6326
Gr: 6-8 | 355 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 46409, IN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 46409, IN include Gary Virtual Academy and Bailly Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 46409?
3 public middle schools are located in 46409.
What is the racial composition of students in 46409?
46409 public middle schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public middle schools average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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