For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 670 students in 46601, IN.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 46601, IN is Madison S.t.e.a.m. Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 46601 have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 5% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 46601, IN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public elementary school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46601, IN Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Madison S.t.e.a.m. Academy
(Math: 9% | Reading: 5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
832 N Lafayette Blvd
South Bend, IN 46601
(574) 393-3200
South Bend, IN 46601
(574) 393-3200
Gr: K-5 | 565 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: n/an/a
Juvenile Justice Center
Alternative School
1000 S Michigan Ave
South Bend, IN 46601
(574) 235-5437
South Bend, IN 46601
(574) 235-5437
Gr: K-12 | 16 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: n/an/a
Success Academy At Boys And Girls Club
Charter School
502 E Sample St
South Bend, IN 46601
(574) 299-9800
South Bend, IN 46601
(574) 299-9800
Gr: K-5 | 89 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
46601, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Madison Center (Closed 2013)
Special Education School
701 North Niles Ave
South Bend, IN 46601
(574) 283-1761
South Bend, IN 46601
(574) 283-1761
Gr: K-12
215 South St Joseph St
South Bend, IN 46601
(574) 283-8130
South Bend, IN 46601
(574) 283-8130
Gr: PK
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 46601, IN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 46601, IN include Madison S.t.e.a.m. Academy.
How many public elementary schools are located in 46601?
3 public elementary schools are located in 46601.
What is the racial composition of students in 46601?
46601 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public elementary schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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