For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 2,035 students in 46815, IN.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 46815, IN are Blackhawk Middle School, Jeff H Towles Intermediate School and Lane Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 46815 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Indiana public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 46815, IN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public middle school average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 46815, IN Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Blackhawk Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7200 E State Blvd
Fort Wayne, IN 46815
(260) 467-4885
Fort Wayne, IN 46815
(260) 467-4885
Gr: 6-8 | 786 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #22.
Jeff H Towles Intermediate School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
420 E Paulding Rd
Fort Wayne, IN 46815
(260) 467-4300
Fort Wayne, IN 46815
(260) 467-4300
Gr: 1-8 | 556 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #33.
Lane Middle School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4901 Vance Ave
Fort Wayne, IN 46815
(260) 467-4400
Fort Wayne, IN 46815
(260) 467-4400
Gr: 6-8 | 693 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 46815, IN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 46815, IN include Blackhawk Middle School, Jeff H Towles Intermediate School and Lane Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 46815?
3 public middle schools are located in 46815.
What is the racial composition of students in 46815?
46815 public middle schools minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public middle schools average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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