Best Public Elementary Schools in 46802 (Fort Wayne, IN) (2025-26)

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Best 46802 Indiana Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 1,454 students in 46802, IN.

The top ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 46802 have an score of 16% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 41%), and score of 15% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 46802, IN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public elementary schools.

Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Indiana public elementary school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best 46802, IN Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

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Rank: #11.

Lindley Elementary School

(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
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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%)
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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%)
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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%)
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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%)
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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%)
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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 elementary schools in 46802, IN?

The top ranked public elementary schools in 46802, IN include Lindley Elementary School, Washington Elementary School and Fort Wayne Virtual Academy.

How many public elementary schools are located in 46802?

6 public elementary schools are located in 46802.

What is the racial composition of students in 46802?

46802 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Indiana public elementary schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).