For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,838 students in 46807, IN (there are 2 private schools, serving 447 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in 46807, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 46807, IN are Fairfield Elementary School, Harrison Hill Elementary School and South Side High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 46807 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 46807, IN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46807, IN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fairfield Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2825 Fairfield Ave
Fort Wayne, IN 46807
(260) 467-5900
Fort Wayne, IN 46807
(260) 467-5900
Gr: PK-5 | 481 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #22.
Harrison Hill Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
355 S Cornell Cir
Fort Wayne, IN 46807
(260) 467-7000
Fort Wayne, IN 46807
(260) 467-7000
Gr: PK-5 | 612 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #33.
South Side High School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3601 S Calhoun St
Fort Wayne, IN 46807
(260) 467-2600
Fort Wayne, IN 46807
(260) 467-2600
Gr: 9-12 | 1,405 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #44.
South Wayne Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
810 Cottage Ave
Fort Wayne, IN 46807
(260) 467-8100
Fort Wayne, IN 46807
(260) 467-8100
Gr: PK-5 | 340 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 46807, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in 46807, IN include Fairfield Elementary School, Harrison Hill Elementary School and South Side High School.
How many public schools are located in 46807?
4 public schools are located in 46807.
What percentage of students in 46807 go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in 46807 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 46807?
46807 public schools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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