For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public charter schools serving 262 students in 46601, IN.
The top ranked public charter school in 46601, IN is Purdue Polytechnic High School South Bend. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 46601 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Indiana public charter school average of 20%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 26% statewide average). Charter schools in 46601, IN have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Indiana public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Indiana public charter school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 46601, IN Public Charter Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Purdue Polytechnic High School South Bend
Charter School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
635 S Lafayette Blvd
South Bend, IN 46601
(765) 494-7872
South Bend, IN 46601
(765) 494-7872
Gr: 9-12 | 154 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: n/an/a
The Portage School Of Leaders
Charter School
305 W. Madison St.
South Bend, IN 46601
(574) 299-9800
South Bend, IN 46601
(574) 299-9800
Gr: 9-10 | 19 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: n/an/a
Success Academy At Boys And Girls Club
Charter School
502 E Sample St
South Bend, IN 46601
(574) 299-9800
South Bend, IN 46601
(574) 299-9800
Gr: K-5 | 89 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
46601, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Madison Center (Closed 2013)
Special Education School
701 North Niles Ave
South Bend, IN 46601
(574) 283-1761
South Bend, IN 46601
(574) 283-1761
Gr: K-12
215 South St Joseph St
South Bend, IN 46601
(574) 283-8130
South Bend, IN 46601
(574) 283-8130
Gr: PK
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public charter schools in 46601, IN?
The top ranked public charter schools in 46601, IN include Purdue Polytechnic High School South Bend.
How many public charter schools are located in 46601?
3 public charter schools are located in 46601.
What is the racial composition of students in 46601?
46601 public charter schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Indiana public charter schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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