For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 2,913 students in 46406, IN.
The top-ranked public high schools in 46406, IN are Gary Lighthouse Charter School, Thea Bowman Leadership Academy and West Side Leadership Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 46406 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Indiana public high school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 12% (versus the 46% statewide average). High schools in 46406, IN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 46406 have a Graduation Rate of 78%, which is less than the Indiana average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Thea Bowman Leadership Academy, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Indiana or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public high school average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46406, IN Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gary Lighthouse Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
725 Clark Road
Gary, IN 46406
(219) 977-9583
Gary, IN 46406
(219) 977-9583
Gr: K-12 | 1,066 student Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Thea Bowman Leadership Academy
Charter School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3401 W 5th Ave
Gary, IN 46406
(219) 944-3100
Gary, IN 46406
(219) 944-3100
Gr: K-12 | 849 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
Rank: #33.
West Side Leadership Academy
(Math: 3% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
9th & Gerry St
Gary, IN 46406
(219) 413-9870
Gary, IN 46406
(219) 413-9870
Gr: 9-12 | 998 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
46406, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
4030 W 5th Ave
Gary, IN 46406
(219) 888-7120
Gary, IN 46406
(219) 888-7120
Gr: 10-12 | 118 students Student-teacher ratio: 39:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
7201 West 25th Ave
Gary, IN 46406
(219) 844-2255
Gary, IN 46406
(219) 844-2255
Gr: K-5 | 277 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
5700 W 15th Ave
Gary, IN 46406
(219) 977-2136
Gary, IN 46406
(219) 977-2136
Gr: K-4 | 574 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 46406, IN?
The top-ranked public high schools in 46406, IN include Gary Lighthouse Charter School, Thea Bowman Leadership Academy and West Side Leadership Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 46406?
3 public high schools are located in 46406.
What is the racial composition of students in 46406?
46406 public high schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public high schools average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).