For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 851 students in 46787, IN (there are , serving 61 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 46787, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 46787, IN are South Whitley Elementary School and Whitko Jr/sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 46787 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 46787, IN have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46787, IN Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
South Whitley Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
406 W Wayne St
South Whitley, IN 46787
(260) 723-6342
South Whitley, IN 46787
(260) 723-6342
Grades: PK-6
| 295 students
Rank: #22.
Whitko Jr/sr High School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1 Big Blue Ave
South Whitley, IN 46787
(260) 723-5146
South Whitley, IN 46787
(260) 723-5146
Grades: 7-12
| 556 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 46787, IN?
The top ranked public schools in 46787, IN include South Whitley Elementary School and Whitko Jr/sr High School.
How many public schools are located in 46787?
2 public schools are located in 46787.
What percentage of students in 46787 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 46787 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 46787?
46787 public schools minority enrollment is 8% 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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