For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 5,176 students in Mishawaka, IN.
The top-ranked public high schools in Mishawaka, IN are Penn High School and Mishawaka High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Mishawaka, IN public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Indiana public high school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 46% statewide average). High schools in Mishawaka have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Indiana public high schools.
Mishawaka, IN public high school have a Graduation Rate of 94%, which is more than the Indiana average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Penn High School, with 97% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Indiana or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public high school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public High Schools in Mishawaka, IN (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Penn High School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
56100 Bittersweet Rd
Mishawaka, IN 46545
(574) 259-7961
Mishawaka, IN 46545
(574) 259-7961
Gr: 9-12 | 3,687 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #22.
Mishawaka High School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1202 Lincolnway E
Mishawaka, IN 46544
(574) 254-7300
Mishawaka, IN 46544
(574) 254-7300
Gr: 9-12 | 1,327 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: n/an/a
1402 S Main St.
Mishawaka, IN 46544
(574) 254-4500
Mishawaka, IN 46544
(574) 254-4500
Gr: 7-12 | 162 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Mishawaka, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Joint Service Program Elementary School (Closed 2014)
Special Education School
1402 South Main St
Mishawaka, IN 46544
(574) 254-4528
Mishawaka, IN 46544
(574) 254-4528
Gr: PK
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Mishawaka, IN?
The top-ranked public high schools in Mishawaka, IN include Penn High School and Mishawaka High School.
How many public high schools are located in Mishawaka?
3 public high schools are located in Mishawaka.
What is the racial composition of students in Mishawaka?
Mishawaka public high schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public high schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Which public high schools in Mishawaka are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Mishawaka include: Mishawaka High School vs. Penn High School, Penn High School vs. Mishawaka High School
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