For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 4,008 students in 46628, IN (there are 4 private schools, serving 708 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 46628, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 46628, IN are Lasalle Academy, Kennedy Academy and Career Academy High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 46628 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 46628, IN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46628, IN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lasalle Academy
(Math: 42% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2701 W Elwood
South Bend, IN 46628
(574) 393-4700
South Bend, IN 46628
(574) 393-4700
Gr: 6-8 | 457 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #22.
Kennedy Academy
(Math: 43% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
609 N Olive St
South Bend, IN 46628
(574) 393-3100
South Bend, IN 46628
(574) 393-3100
Gr: K-5 | 480 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #33.
Career Academy High School
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3801 Crescent Circle
South Bend, IN 46628
(574) 299-9800
South Bend, IN 46628
(574) 299-9800
Gr: 9-12 | 448 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #44.
Success Academy Primary School
Charter School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3408 Ardmore Trail
South Bend, IN 46628
(574) 299-9800
South Bend, IN 46628
(574) 299-9800
Gr: K-5 | 572 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #55.
Marquette Montessori Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1818 Bergan St
South Bend, IN 46628
(574) 393-2400
South Bend, IN 46628
(574) 393-2400
Gr: PK-6 | 403 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #66.
Career Academy Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3801 Cresent Circle - Suite B
South Bend, IN 46628
(574) 299-9800
South Bend, IN 46628
(574) 299-9800
Gr: 6-8 | 400 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #77.
Muessel Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1021 Blaine St
South Bend, IN 46628
(574) 393-3400
South Bend, IN 46628
(574) 393-3400
Gr: PK-5 | 274 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #88.
Coquillard Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1245 N Sheridan St
South Bend, IN 46628
(574) 393-2000
South Bend, IN 46628
(574) 393-2000
Gr: PK-5 | 271 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #99.
Dickinson Fine Arts Academy
(Math: 3% | Reading: 8%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4404 Elwood
South Bend, IN 46628
(574) 393-3900
South Bend, IN 46628
(574) 393-3900
Gr: 6-8 | 519 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: n/an/a
Excel Center - South Bend
Charter School
2721 Kenwood Avenue
South Bend, IN 46628
(574) 314-5570
South Bend, IN 46628
(574) 314-5570
Gr: 9-12 | 184 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
46628, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
4650 Old Cleveland Rd
South Bend, IN 46628
(574) 232-8808
South Bend, IN 46628
(574) 232-8808
Gr: 7-12 | 84 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 46628, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in 46628, IN include Lasalle Academy, Kennedy Academy and Career Academy High School.
How many public schools are located in 46628?
10 public schools are located in 46628.
What percentage of students in 46628 go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in 46628 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 46628?
46628 public schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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