For the 2025 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 6,147 students in 46368, IN (there are 2 private schools, serving 485 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 46368, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 46368, IN are Ethel R Jones Elementary School, Rowena Kyle Elementary School and George L Myers Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 46368 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 46368, IN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46368, IN Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ethel R Jones Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2374 Mccool Rd
Portage, IN 46368
(219) 763-8025
Portage, IN 46368
(219) 763-8025
Gr: K-5 | 299 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #22.
Rowena Kyle Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2701 Hamstrom Rd
Portage, IN 46368
(219) 763-8030
Portage, IN 46368
(219) 763-8030
Gr: K-5 | 439 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #33.
George L Myers Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3100 Willowdale
Portage, IN 46368
(219) 763-8035
Portage, IN 46368
(219) 763-8035
Gr: K-5 | 332 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #44.
Crisman Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6161 Old Porter Rd
Portage, IN 46368
(219) 763-8020
Portage, IN 46368
(219) 763-8020
Gr: K-5 | 353 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #55.
Wallace Aylesworth Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5910 Central Ave
Portage, IN 46368
(219) 763-8010
Portage, IN 46368
(219) 763-8010
Gr: K-5 | 433 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #66.
Portage High School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6450 Us Hwy 6
Portage, IN 46368
(219) 764-6026
Portage, IN 46368
(219) 764-6026
Gr: 9-12 | 2,198 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #77.
William Fegely Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5384 Stone Ave
Portage, IN 46368
(219) 763-8150
Portage, IN 46368
(219) 763-8150
Gr: 6-8 | 613 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #88.
Willowcreek Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5962 Central Ave
Portage, IN 46368
(219) 763-8090
Portage, IN 46368
(219) 763-8090
Gr: 6-8 | 931 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #99.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2825 Russell St
Portage, IN 46368
(219) 763-8015
Portage, IN 46368
(219) 763-8015
Gr: K-5 | 419 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #1010.
Neighbors' New Vistas High School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5201 Us Highway 6
Portage, IN 46368
(219) 850-4448
Portage, IN 46368
(219) 850-4448
Gr: 9-12 | 130 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 46368, IN?
The top ranked public schools in 46368, IN include Ethel R Jones Elementary School, Rowena Kyle Elementary School and George L Myers Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 46368?
10 public schools are located in 46368.
What percentage of students in 46368 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 46368 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 46368?
46368 public schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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