For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,848 students in 46761, IN (there are , serving 630 private students). 82% of all K-12 students in 46761, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 46761, IN are Prairie Heights Sr High School, Prairie Heights Elementary School and Prairie Heights Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 46761 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Indiana public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 46761, IN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46761, IN Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Prairie Heights Sr High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
0245 S 1150 E
Lagrange, IN 46761
(260) 351-3039
Lagrange, IN 46761
(260) 351-3039
Grades: 9-12
| 422 students
Rank: #22.
Prairie Heights Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
0455 S 1150 E
Lagrange, IN 46761
(260) 351-3034
Lagrange, IN 46761
(260) 351-3034
Grades: K-4
| 522 students
Rank: #33.
Prairie Heights Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
0395 S 1150 E
Lagrange, IN 46761
(260) 351-3038
Lagrange, IN 46761
(260) 351-3038
Grades: 5-8
| 384 students
Rank: #44.
Lakeland Intermediate School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1055 E 075 N
Lagrange, IN 46761
(260) 499-2480
Lagrange, IN 46761
(260) 499-2480
Grades: 3-6
| 445 students
Rank: #55.
Lakeland Jr/sr High School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
0805 E 075 N
Lagrange, IN 46761
(260) 499-2470
Lagrange, IN 46761
(260) 499-2470
Grades: 7-12
| 764 students
Rank: n/an/a
1 Lemaster Cir
Lagrange, IN 46761
(260) 499-2430
Lagrange, IN 46761
(260) 499-2430
Grades: K-2
| 311 students
46761, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1055 E 075 N
Lagrange, IN 46761
(260) 499-2480
Lagrange, IN 46761
(260) 499-2480
Grades: 6-8
| 460 students
1 Lemaster Cir
Lagrange, IN 46761
(260) 499-2430
Lagrange, IN 46761
(260) 499-2430
Grades: K-5
| 437 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 46761, IN?
The top ranked public schools in 46761, IN include Prairie Heights Sr High School, Prairie Heights Elementary School and Prairie Heights Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 46761?
6 public schools are located in 46761.
What percentage of students in 46761 go to public school?
82% of all K-12 students in 46761 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 46761?
46761 public schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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