For the 2025 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 4,936 students in 46385, IN (there are , serving 562 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in 46385, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 46385, IN are Union Center Elementary School, Central Elementary School and John Simatovich Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 46385 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Indiana public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 46385, IN have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46385, IN Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Union Center Elementary School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
272 N 600 W
Valparaiso, IN 46385
(219) 759-2544
Valparaiso, IN 46385
(219) 759-2544
Grades: K-5
| 407 students
Rank: #22.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
653 Hayes Leonard Rd
Valparaiso, IN 46385
(219) 531-3030
Valparaiso, IN 46385
(219) 531-3030
Grades: K-5
| 130 students
Rank: #33.
John Simatovich Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
424 W 500 N
Valparaiso, IN 46385
(219) 759-2508
Valparaiso, IN 46385
(219) 759-2508
Grades: K-5
| 237 students
Rank: #44.
Benjamin Franklin Middle School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
605 Campbell
Valparaiso, IN 46385
(219) 531-3020
Valparaiso, IN 46385
(219) 531-3020
Grades: 6-8
| 806 students
Rank: #55.
Valparaiso High School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2727 N Campbell St
Valparaiso, IN 46385
(219) 531-3070
Valparaiso, IN 46385
(219) 531-3070
Grades: 9-12
| 2,151 students
Rank: #66.
Wheeler High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
587 W 300 N
Valparaiso, IN 46385
(219) 759-2561
Valparaiso, IN 46385
(219) 759-2561
Grades: 9-12
| 417 students
Rank: #77.
Union Township Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
599 W 300 N
Valparaiso, IN 46385
(219) 759-2562
Valparaiso, IN 46385
(219) 759-2562
Grades: 6-8
| 313 students
Rank: #88.
Boone Grove High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
260 S 500 W
Valparaiso, IN 46385
(219) 476-3455
Valparaiso, IN 46385
(219) 476-3455
Grades: 9-12
| 475 students
Rank: #99.
Porter County Education Services
Special Education School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: ≤10% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
750 Ransom Rd
Valparaiso, IN 46385
(219) 464-9607
Valparaiso, IN 46385
(219) 464-9607
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
46385, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
653 Hayes Leonard Rd
Valparaiso, IN 46385
(219) 531-3060
Valparaiso, IN 46385
(219) 531-3060
Grades: K-5
| 357 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 46385, IN?
The top ranked public schools in 46385, IN include Union Center Elementary School, Central Elementary School and John Simatovich Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 46385?
9 public schools are located in 46385.
What percentage of students in 46385 go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in 46385 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 46385?
46385 public schools minority enrollment is 24% 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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