For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 343 students in 46404, IN.
The top-ranked public school in 46404, IN is Beveridge Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 46404 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 5% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 46404, IN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46404, IN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Beveridge Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1234 Cleveland St
Gary, IN 46404
(219) 321-8546
Gary, IN 46404
(219) 321-8546
Gr: K-5 | 343 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1
46404, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
3757 W 21st Ave
Gary, IN 46404
(219) 977-2139
Gary, IN 46404
(219) 977-2139
Gr: K-6 | 437 students
Chase Alternative Middle School (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
711 Chase St
Gary, IN 46404
(219) 977-2126
Gary, IN 46404
(219) 977-2126
Gr: 7-12 | 104 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
2545 W 19th Pl
Gary, IN 46404
(219) 977-2142
Gary, IN 46404
(219) 977-2142
Gr: 5-6 | 382 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
1900 W 7th Ave
Gary, IN 46404
(219) 886-6580
Gary, IN 46404
(219) 886-6580
Gr: K-6 | 333 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
2700 W 19th Ave
Gary, IN 46404
(219) 977-2145
Gary, IN 46404
(219) 977-2145
Gr: 7-8 | 794 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 46404, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in 46404, IN include Beveridge Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 46404?
1 public schools are located in 46404.
What is the racial composition of students in 46404?
46404 public schools minority enrollment is 99% 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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