For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 7,736 students in 46545, IN (there are 4 private schools, serving 608 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 46545, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 46545, IN are Bittersweet Elementary School, Penn High School and Schmucker Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 46545 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Indiana public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 46545, IN have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46545, IN Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Bittersweet Elementary School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
55860 Bittersweet
Mishawaka, IN 46545
(574) 259-6341
Mishawaka, IN 46545
(574) 259-6341
Grades: PK-5
| 515 students
Rank: #22.
Penn High School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
56100 Bittersweet Rd
Mishawaka, IN 46545
(574) 259-7961
Mishawaka, IN 46545
(574) 259-7961
Grades: 9-12
| 3,847 students
Rank: #33.
Schmucker Middle School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
56045 Bittersweet Rd
Mishawaka, IN 46545
(574) 259-5661
Mishawaka, IN 46545
(574) 259-5661
Grades: 6-8
| 995 students
Rank: #44.
Elsie Rogers Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
56219 Currant Rd
Mishawaka, IN 46545
(574) 259-5231
Mishawaka, IN 46545
(574) 259-5231
Grades: PK-5
| 393 students
Rank: #55.
Walt Disney Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4015 N Filbert Rd
Mishawaka, IN 46545
(574) 259-2486
Mishawaka, IN 46545
(574) 259-2486
Grades: K-5
| 521 students
Rank: #66.
Battell Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
715 E Broadway
Mishawaka, IN 46545
(574) 254-3900
Mishawaka, IN 46545
(574) 254-3900
Grades: K-6
| 305 students
Rank: #77.
Liberty Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
600 E Pregel Dr
Mishawaka, IN 46545
(574) 254-3700
Mishawaka, IN 46545
(574) 254-3700
Grades: K-6
| 422 students
Rank: #88.
John J Young Middle School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1801 N Main St
Mishawaka, IN 46545
(574) 254-3600
Mishawaka, IN 46545
(574) 254-3600
Grades: 7-8
| 738 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 46545, IN?
The top ranked public schools in 46545, IN include Bittersweet Elementary School, Penn High School and Schmucker Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 46545?
8 public schools are located in 46545.
What percentage of students in 46545 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 46545 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 46545?
46545 public schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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