For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,346 students in 46617, IN (there are 5 private schools, serving 1,716 private students). 44% of all K-12 students in 46617, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
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 14% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 19% (versus the 42% 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 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46617, IN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: 9-12 | 149 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #22.
Jefferson Traditional School
(Math: 15% | 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
Gr: 6-8 | 591 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #33.
Mckinley Elementary School
(Math: 14% | 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
Gr: PK-5 | 315 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
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?
44% of all K-12 students in 46617 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 46617?
46617 public schools minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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