For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,362 students in 46402, IN.
The top-ranked public schools in 46402, IN are Gary Middle College and 21st Century Charter Sch Of Gary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 46402 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 12% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 46402, IN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46402, IN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gary Middle College
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
131 East 5th Ave
Gary, IN 46402
(219) 888-7120
Gary, IN 46402
(219) 888-7120
Gr: 9-12 | 149 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
21st Century Charter Sch Of Gary
Charter School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
556 Washington St
Gary, IN 46402
(219) 886-9339
Gary, IN 46402
(219) 886-9339
Gr: K-12 | 1,213 student Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
46402, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
601 Jackson St
Gary, IN 46402
(219) 886-6570
Gary, IN 46402
(219) 886-6570
Gr: K-6 | 344 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
660 Rhode Island St
Gary, IN 46402
(219) 886-6586
Gary, IN 46402
(219) 886-6586
Gr: K-5 | 318 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 46402, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in 46402, IN include Gary Middle College and 21st Century Charter Sch Of Gary.
How many public schools are located in 46402?
2 public schools are located in 46402.
What is the racial composition of students in 46402?
46402 public schools minority enrollment is 100% 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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