For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,513 students in 46402, IN.
The top ranked public schools in 46402, IN are Gary Middle College and 21st Century Charter Sch Of Gary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 46402 have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the Indiana public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 12% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 46402, IN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public school average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46402, IN Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Gary Middle College
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
131 East 5th Ave
Gary, IN 46402
(219) 888-7120
Gary, IN 46402
(219) 888-7120
Grades: 9-12
| 176 students
Rank: #22.
21st Century Charter Sch Of Gary
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
556 Washington St
Gary, IN 46402
(219) 886-9339
Gary, IN 46402
(219) 886-9339
Grades: K-12
| 1,337 students
46402, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
601 Jackson St
Gary, IN 46402
(219) 886-6570
Gary, IN 46402
(219) 886-6570
Grades: K-6
| 344 students
660 Rhode Island St
Gary, IN 46402
(219) 886-6586
Gary, IN 46402
(219) 886-6586
Grades: K-5
| 318 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 46402, IN?
The top ranked public schools in 46402, IN include Gary Middle College and 21st Century Charter Sch Of Gary.
How many public schools are located in 46402?
2 public schools are located in 46402.
What is the racial composition of students in 46402?
46402 public schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public schools average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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