For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,290 students in 46617, IN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 46617, IN are Jefferson Traditional School, Mckinley Elementary School and South Bend Virtual School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 46617 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 18% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 46617, IN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public elementary school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46617, IN Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jefferson Traditional School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
528 S Eddy St
South Bend, IN 46617
(574) 393-4100
South Bend, IN 46617
(574) 393-4100
Gr: 6-8 | 526 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #22.
Mckinley Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
228 N Greenlawn Ave
South Bend, IN 46617
(574) 393-3300
South Bend, IN 46617
(574) 393-3300
Gr: K-5 | 471 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #33.
South Bend Virtual School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
740 North Eddy St
South Bend, IN 46617
(574) 393-6169
South Bend, IN 46617
(574) 393-6169
Gr: K-12 | 293 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
46617, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
740 N Eddy St
South Bend, IN 46617
(574) 393-3500
South Bend, IN 46617
(574) 393-3500
Gr: K-4 | 203 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 46617, IN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 46617, IN include Jefferson Traditional School, Mckinley Elementary School and South Bend Virtual School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 46617?
3 public elementary schools are located in 46617.
What is the racial composition of students in 46617?
46617 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public elementary schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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