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Best 46402 Indiana Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 1,213 students in 46402, IN.
The top-ranked public middle school in 46402, IN is 21st Century Charter Sch Of Gary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 46402 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Indiana public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 12% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 46402, IN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public middle school average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 46402, IN Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
21st Century Charter Sch Of Gary
Charter School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
556 Washington St
Gary, IN 46402
(219) 886-9339
Gr: K-12 | 1,213 student Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 46402 Indiana

46402, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Jefferson Elementary School (Closed 2018)
601 Jackson St
Gary, IN 46402
(219) 886-6570
Gr: K-6 | 344 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Spaulding Elementary School (Closed 2005)
660 Rhode Island St
Gary, IN 46402
(219) 886-6586
Gr: K-5 | 318 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 46402, IN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 46402, IN include 21st Century Charter Sch Of Gary.
How many public middle schools are located in 46402?
1 public middle schools are located in 46402.
What is the racial composition of students in 46402?
46402 public middle schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public middle schools average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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