Best �� Schools in 46403 (Gary, IN) (2025-26)

Best 46403 Indiana �� Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,274 students in 46403, IN (there are , serving 109 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 46403, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).

The top ranked public schools in 46403, IN are Banneker Elementary At Marquette, Gary Middle School and Charter School Of The Dunes. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

�� schools in zipcode 46403 have an score of 6% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and score of 10% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 46403, IN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.

Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best 46403, IN �� Schools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

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Rank: #11.

Banneker Elementary At Marquette

(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
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6401 Hemlock Ave
Gary, IN 46403
(219) 321-8545

Gr: K-5 | 276 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%

Rank: #22.

Gary Middle School

(Math: 2% | Reading: 13%)
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301 Parke St
Gary, IN 46403
(219) 321-8547

Gr: 6-8 | 324 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 98%

Rank: #33.

Charter School Of The Dunes

Charter School

(Math: 6% | Reading: 7%)
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7300 East Melton Rd
Gary, IN 46403
(219) 939-9690

Gr: K-8 | 674 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%

[+] Show Closed �� Schools in 46403 Indiana

46403, Indiana �� Schools (Closed)

School

Location

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Aetna Elementary School (Closed 2005)

1327 Arizona St
Gary, IN 46403
(219) 938-4624

Gr: K-5 | 422 students Minority enrollment: 98%

Jacques Marquette Elementary School (Closed 2023)

6401 Hemlock Ave
Gary, IN 46403
(219) 881-3610

Gr: K-6 | 351 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 98%

Kennedy-king Elementary School (Closed 2009)

301 Parke St
Gary, IN 46403
(219) 938-1750

Gr: K-6 | 475 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%

Lead College Prep (Closed 2014)

6070 Miller Ave
Gary, IN 46403
(219) 979-9236

Gr: 5-11 | 298 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 99%

Nobel Elementary School (Closed 2006)

8837 Pottawatomie Tr
Gary, IN 46403
(219) 938-1179

Gr: K-6 | 529 students Minority enrollment: 95%

William A Wirt Senior High School (Closed 2010)

210 N Grand Blvd
Gary, IN 46403
(219) 938-1161

Gr: 9-12 | 719 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%

Wm A Wirt/emerson Vpa (Closed 2023)

210 N Grand Blvd
Gary, IN 46403
(219) 321-8555

Gr: 6-12 | 526 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 99%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 46403, IN?

The top ranked public schools in 46403, IN include Banneker Elementary At Marquette, Gary Middle School and Charter School Of The Dunes.

How many public schools are located in 46403?

3 public schools are located in 46403.

What percentage of students in 46403 go to public school?

92% of all K-12 students in 46403 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).

What is the racial composition of students in 46403?

46403 public schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).