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Best 46802 Indiana Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 1,454 students in 46802, IN (there are , serving 1,311 private students). 53% of all K-12 students in 46802, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public schools in 46802, IN are Lindley Elementary School, Washington Elementary School and Fort Wayne Virtual Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 46802 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 15% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 46802, IN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Indiana public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best 46802, IN Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lindley Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
2201 Ardmore Ave
Fort Wayne, IN 46802
(260) 467-5350
Gr: PK-5 | 305 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #22.
Washington Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1015 W Wash Blvd
Fort Wayne, IN 46802
(260) 467-8150
Gr: PK-5 | 210 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #33.
Fort Wayne Virtual Academy
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1200 S Clinton St
Fort Wayne, IN 46802
(260) 467-7550
Gr: K-12 | 202 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #44.
Smith Academy For Excellence
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
725 W Washington Blvd
Fort Wayne, IN 46802
(260) 579-6939
Gr: 4-12 | 76 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #55.
Portage Middle School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
3521 Taylor St
Fort Wayne, IN 46802
(260) 467-4500
Gr: 6-8 | 405 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #66.
Study Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
2414 Brooklyn Ave
Fort Wayne, IN 46802
(260) 467-8500
Gr: PK-5 | 256 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 46802 Indiana

46802, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Anthis Career Center (Closed 2011)
1200 South Barr St
Fort Wayne, IN 46802
(260) 467-1005
Gr: PK-12
Richard Milburn High School (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
514 E Washington Blvd
Fort Wayne, IN 46802
(260) 422-7647
Gr: 9-12
Special Education Center (Closed 2013)
Special Education School
1200 South Barr St
Fort Wayne, IN 46802
(260) 467-1110
Gr: PK

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 46802, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in 46802, IN include Lindley Elementary School, Washington Elementary School and Fort Wayne Virtual Academy.
How many public schools are located in 46802?
6 public schools are located in 46802.
What percentage of students in 46802 go to public school?
53% of all K-12 students in 46802 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 46802?
46802 public schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Indiana public schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).

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