For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,126 students in 46835, IN (there are 5 private schools, serving 597 private students). 78% of all K-12 students in 46835, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in 46835, IN are Robert C Harris Elementary School, Arlington Elementary School and Saint Joseph Central School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 46835 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Indiana public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 46835, IN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46835, IN Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Robert C Harris Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4501 Thorngate Dr
Fort Wayne, IN 46835
(260) 467-6300
Fort Wayne, IN 46835
(260) 467-6300
Grades: K-5
| 334 students
Rank: #22.
Arlington Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
8118 St Jo Ctr Rd
Fort Wayne, IN 46835
(260) 467-6000
Fort Wayne, IN 46835
(260) 467-6000
Grades: K-5
| 404 students
Rank: #33.
Saint Joseph Central School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6341 St Joe Ctr Rd
Fort Wayne, IN 46835
(260) 467-6100
Fort Wayne, IN 46835
(260) 467-6100
Grades: K-5
| 426 students
Rank: #44.
Willard Shambaugh Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5320 Rebecca Dr
Fort Wayne, IN 46835
(260) 467-6150
Fort Wayne, IN 46835
(260) 467-6150
Grades: K-5
| 286 students
Rank: #55.
Jefferson Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5303 Wheelock Rd
Fort Wayne, IN 46835
(260) 467-4825
Fort Wayne, IN 46835
(260) 467-4825
Grades: 6-8
| 676 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 46835, IN?
The top ranked public schools in 46835, IN include Robert C Harris Elementary School, Arlington Elementary School and Saint Joseph Central School.
How many public schools are located in 46835?
5 public schools are located in 46835.
What percentage of students in 46835 go to public school?
78% of all K-12 students in 46835 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 46835?
46835 public schools minority enrollment is 47% 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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