For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,527 students in 46408, IN (there are 1 private school, serving 356 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in 46408, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 46408, IN are Longfellow New Tech Elementary School, Calumet New Tech High School and Lake Ridge New Tech Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 46408 have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 15% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 46408, IN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46408, IN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Longfellow New Tech Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
45th/calhoun Sts
Gary, IN 46408
(219) 923-7004
Gary, IN 46408
(219) 923-7004
Gr: K-4 | 483 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #22.
Calumet New Tech High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3900 Calhoun St
Gary, IN 46408
(219) 838-6990
Gary, IN 46408
(219) 838-6990
Gr: 9-12 | 620 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #33.
Lake Ridge New Tech Middle School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3601 W 41st Ave
Gary, IN 46408
(219) 980-0730
Gary, IN 46408
(219) 980-0730
Gr: 5-8 | 447 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #44.
Steel City Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2650 W 35th Avenue
Gary, IN 46408
(219) 750-1010
Gary, IN 46408
(219) 750-1010
Gr: K-12 | 286 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #55.
Glen Park Academy For Excel In Learning
(Math: 4% | Reading: 9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5002 Madison St
Gary, IN 46408
(219) 318-2800
Gary, IN 46408
(219) 318-2800
Gr: K-5 | 566 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: n/an/a
Excel Center - Gary
Charter School
4610 W Ridge Road
Gary, IN 46408
(219) 789-5236
Gary, IN 46408
(219) 789-5236
Gr: 9-12 | 125 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 46408, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in 46408, IN include Longfellow New Tech Elementary School, Calumet New Tech High School and Lake Ridge New Tech Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 46408?
6 public schools are located in 46408.
What percentage of students in 46408 go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in 46408 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 46408?
46408 public schools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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