For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 4,765 students in 46385, IN (there are 4 private schools, serving 562 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 46385, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public schools in 46385, IN are Union Center Elementary School, John Simatovich Elementary School and Benjamin Franklin Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 46385 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 46385, IN have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46385, IN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Union Center Elementary School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
272 N 600 W
Valparaiso, IN 46385
(219) 759-2544
Valparaiso, IN 46385
(219) 759-2544
Gr: K-5 | 386 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
John Simatovich Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
424 W 500 N
Valparaiso, IN 46385
(219) 759-2508
Valparaiso, IN 46385
(219) 759-2508
Gr: PK-5 | 280 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #33.
Benjamin Franklin Middle School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
605 Campbell
Valparaiso, IN 46385
(219) 531-3020
Valparaiso, IN 46385
(219) 531-3020
Gr: 6-8 | 823 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #44.
Valparaiso High School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2727 N Campbell St
Valparaiso, IN 46385
(219) 531-3070
Valparaiso, IN 46385
(219) 531-3070
Gr: 9-12 | 2,089 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #55.
Wheeler High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
587 W 300 N
Valparaiso, IN 46385
(219) 759-2561
Valparaiso, IN 46385
(219) 759-2561
Gr: 9-12 | 387 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #66.
Union Township Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
599 W 300 N
Valparaiso, IN 46385
(219) 759-2562
Valparaiso, IN 46385
(219) 759-2562
Gr: 6-8 | 333 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #77.
Boone Grove High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
260 S 500 W
Valparaiso, IN 46385
(219) 476-3455
Valparaiso, IN 46385
(219) 476-3455
Gr: 9-12 | 467 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #88.
Porter County Education Services
Special Education School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: ≤10% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
750 Ransom Rd
Valparaiso, IN 46385
(219) 464-9607
Valparaiso, IN 46385
(219) 464-9607
Gr: K-12
46385, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
653 Hayes Leonard Rd
Valparaiso, IN 46385
(219) 531-3060
Valparaiso, IN 46385
(219) 531-3060
Gr: K-5 | 357 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 46385, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in 46385, IN include Union Center Elementary School, John Simatovich Elementary School and Benjamin Franklin Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 46385?
8 public schools are located in 46385.
What percentage of students in 46385 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 46385 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 46385?
46385 public schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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