For the 2024-25 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,631 students in 46408, IN (there are 3 private schools, serving 427 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 46408, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in 46408, IN are Longfellow New Tech Elementary School, Calumet New Tech High School and Lake Ridge New Tech Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 46408 have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the Indiana public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 15% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 46408, IN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public school average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46408, IN Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Longfellow New Tech Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
45th/calhoun Sts
Gary, IN 46408
(219) 923-7004
Gary, IN 46408
(219) 923-7004
Grades: K-4
| 524 students
Rank: #22.
Calumet New Tech High School
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3900 Calhoun St
Gary, IN 46408
(219) 838-6990
Gary, IN 46408
(219) 838-6990
Grades: 9-12
| 619 students
Rank: #33.
Lake Ridge New Tech Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3601 W 41st Ave
Gary, IN 46408
(219) 980-0730
Gary, IN 46408
(219) 980-0730
Grades: 5-8
| 476 students
Rank: #44.
Steel City Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2650 W 35th Avenue
Gary, IN 46408
(219) 750-1010
Gary, IN 46408
(219) 750-1010
Grades: K-12
| 343 students
Rank: #55.
Glen Park Academy For Excel In Learning
Magnet School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5002 Madison St
Gary, IN 46408
(219) 318-2800
Gary, IN 46408
(219) 318-2800
Grades: K-5
| 524 students
Rank: n/an/a
Excel Center - Gary
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
4610 W Ridge Road
Gary, IN 46408
(219) 789-5236
Gary, IN 46408
(219) 789-5236
Grades: 9-12
| 145 students
46408, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
4581 Fillmore St
Gary, IN 46408
(219) 980-6336
Gary, IN 46408
(219) 980-6336
Grades: K-6
| 468 students
3720 Pierce St
Gary, IN 46408
(219) 980-6345
Gary, IN 46408
(219) 980-6345
Grades: K-6
| n/a students
The Ensweiler Academy (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
6111 W Ridge Rd
Gary, IN 46408
(219) 838-1819
Gary, IN 46408
(219) 838-1819
Grades: 7-12
| 66 students
4735 Arthur Street
Gary, IN 46408
(219) 980-3390
Gary, IN 46408
(219) 980-3390
Grades: K-5
| 294 students
415 West 45th Ave
Gary, IN 46408
(219) 980-6305
Gary, IN 46408
(219) 980-6305
Grades: 7-12
| 713 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 46408, IN?
The top ranked public schools in 46408, IN include Longfellow New Tech Elementary School, Calumet New Tech High School and Lake Ridge New Tech Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 46408?
6 public schools are located in 46408.
What percentage of students in 46408 go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in 46408 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 46408?
46408 public schools minority enrollment is 80% 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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