For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,107 students in 46408, IN.
The top ranked public high schools in 46408, IN are Calumet New Tech High School and Steel City Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 46408 have an average math proficiency score of 6% (versus the Indiana public high school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 46% statewide average). High schools in 46408, IN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 46408 have a Graduation Rate of 74%, which is less than the Indiana average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Calumet New Tech High School, with 80-84% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Indiana or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public high school average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46408, IN Public High Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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: 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 high schools in 46408, IN?
The top ranked public high schools in 46408, IN include Calumet New Tech High School and Steel City Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 46408?
3 public high schools are located in 46408.
What is the racial composition of students in 46408?
46408 public high schools minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public high schools average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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