For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,180 students in 46816, IN (there are , serving 799 private students). 73% of all K-12 students in 46816, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 46816, IN are East Allen University, Paul Harding Jr High School and Prince Chapman Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 46816 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Indiana public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 46816, IN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Indiana public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46816, IN Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
East Allen University
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6501 Wayne Trace
Fort Wayne, IN 46816
(260) 446-0240
Fort Wayne, IN 46816
(260) 446-0240
Grades: 9-12
| 303 students
Rank: #22.
Paul Harding Jr High School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6501 Wayne Trace
Fort Wayne, IN 46816
(260) 446-0240
Fort Wayne, IN 46816
(260) 446-0240
Grades: 7-8
| 440 students
Rank: #33.
Prince Chapman Academy
(Math: 16% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4808 E Paulding Rd
Fort Wayne, IN 46816
(260) 446-0270
Fort Wayne, IN 46816
(260) 446-0270
Grades: 3-6
| 765 students
Rank: n/an/a
6500 Wayne Trace
Fort Wayne, IN 46816
(260) 446-0250
Fort Wayne, IN 46816
(260) 446-0250
Grades: PK-2
| 672 students
46816, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
6501 Wayne Trace
Fort Wayne, IN 46816
(260) 446-0240
Fort Wayne, IN 46816
(260) 446-0240
Grades: 9-12
| 701 students
7910 S Anthony Blvd
Fort Wayne, IN 46816
(260) 755-0193
Fort Wayne, IN 46816
(260) 755-0193
Grades: K-6
| 117 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 46816, IN?
The top ranked public schools in 46816, IN include East Allen University, Paul Harding Jr High School and Prince Chapman Academy.
How many public schools are located in 46816?
4 public schools are located in 46816.
What percentage of students in 46816 go to public school?
73% of all K-12 students in 46816 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 46816?
46816 public schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Indiana public schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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