For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 819 students in 46617, IN.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 46617, IN are Jefferson Traditional School and South Bend Virtual School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 46617 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Indiana public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 46617, IN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public middle school average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 46617, IN Public Middle 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.
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 middle schools in 46617, IN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 46617, IN include Jefferson Traditional School and South Bend Virtual School.
How many public middle schools are located in 46617?
2 public middle schools are located in 46617.
What is the racial composition of students in 46617?
46617 public middle schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public middle schools average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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