For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 819 students in 46617, IN.
The top ranked public middle schools in 46617, IN are Jefferson Traditional School and South Bend Virtual School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 46617 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Indiana public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 46617, IN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public middle school average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 46617, IN Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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 middle schools in 46617, IN?
The top ranked public middle schools in 46617, IN include Jefferson Traditional School and South Bend Virtual School.
How many public middle schools are located in 46617?
2 public middle schools are located in 46617.
What is the racial composition of students in 46617?
46617 public middle schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public middle schools average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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