For the 2026 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 7,325 students in 46526, IN (there are 4 private schools, serving 503 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 46526, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 46526, IN are Benton Elementary School, Waterford Elementary School and Fairfield 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 46526 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 46526, IN have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46526, IN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Benton Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
68350 Cr 31
Goshen, IN 46526
(574) 831-2192
Goshen, IN 46526
(574) 831-2192
Gr: K-6 | 481 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Waterford Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
65560 Sr 15
Goshen, IN 46526
(574) 533-6811
Goshen, IN 46526
(574) 533-6811
Gr: K-4 | 400 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #33.
Fairfield Jr-sr High School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
67530 Us 33
Goshen, IN 46526
(574) 831-2184
Goshen, IN 46526
(574) 831-2184
Gr: 7-12 | 944 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #44.
Parkside Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1202 S 7th St
Goshen, IN 46526
(574) 533-7765
Goshen, IN 46526
(574) 533-7765
Gr: K-4 | 334 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #55.
Prairie View Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1730 Regent St
Goshen, IN 46526
(574) 534-4710
Goshen, IN 46526
(574) 534-4710
Gr: PK-4 | 415 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #66.
Goshen Junior High School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1216 S Indiana Ave
Goshen, IN 46526
(574) 533-0391
Goshen, IN 46526
(574) 533-0391
Gr: 7-8 | 927 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #77.
Model Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
412 S Greene Rd
Goshen, IN 46526
(574) 533-7677
Goshen, IN 46526
(574) 533-7677
Gr: K-4 | 474 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #88.
West Goshen Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
215 Dewey Ave
Goshen, IN 46526
(574) 533-7855
Goshen, IN 46526
(574) 533-7855
Gr: PK-4 | 387 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #99.
Goshen Intermediate School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
925 S Greene Rd
Goshen, IN 46526
(574) 534-8640
Goshen, IN 46526
(574) 534-8640
Gr: 5-6 | 889 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #1010.
Goshen High School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
401 Lincolnway East
Goshen, IN 46526
(574) 533-8651
Goshen, IN 46526
(574) 533-8651
Gr: 9-12 | 1,717 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: n/an/a
Chandler Innovation Academy
Alternative School
419 S. 8th St.
Goshen, IN 46526
(574) 533-8631
Goshen, IN 46526
(574) 533-8631
Gr: K-12 | 357 students Student-teacher ratio: 36:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 46526, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in 46526, IN include Benton Elementary School, Waterford Elementary School and Fairfield Jr-sr High School.
How many public schools are located in 46526?
11 public schools are located in 46526.
What percentage of students in 46526 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 46526 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 46526?
46526 public schools minority enrollment is 56% 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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