For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,465 students in 46617, IN (there are 5 private schools, serving 1,710 private students). 46% of all K-12 students in 46617, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 46617, IN are Rise Up Academy At Eggleston, Jefferson Traditional School and Mckinley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 46617 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Indiana public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 19% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 46617, IN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46617, IN Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Rise Up Academy At Eggleston
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
740 N Eddy Street
South Bend, IN 46617
(574) 393-3500
South Bend, IN 46617
(574) 393-3500
Grades: 9-12
| 175 students
Rank: #22.
Jefferson Traditional School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
528 S Eddy St
South Bend, IN 46617
(574) 393-4100
South Bend, IN 46617
(574) 393-4100
Grades: 6-8
| 526 students
Rank: #33.
Mckinley Elementary School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
228 N Greenlawn Ave
South Bend, IN 46617
(574) 393-3300
South Bend, IN 46617
(574) 393-3300
Grades: K-5
| 471 students
Rank: #44.
South Bend Virtual School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
740 North Eddy St
South Bend, IN 46617
(574) 393-6169
South Bend, IN 46617
(574) 393-6169
Grades: K-12
| 293 students
46617, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
740 N Eddy St
South Bend, IN 46617
(574) 393-3500
South Bend, IN 46617
(574) 393-3500
Grades: K-4
| 203 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 46617, IN?
The top ranked public schools in 46617, IN include Rise Up Academy At Eggleston, Jefferson Traditional School and Mckinley Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 46617?
4 public schools are located in 46617.
What percentage of students in 46617 go to public school?
46% of all K-12 students in 46617 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 46617?
46617 public schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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