For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 7,541 students in 46545, IN (there are 4 private schools, serving 685 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 46545, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 46545, IN are Bittersweet Elementary School, Penn High School and Schmucker Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 46545 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 46545, IN have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46545, IN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bittersweet Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
55860 Bittersweet
Mishawaka, IN 46545
(574) 259-6341
Mishawaka, IN 46545
(574) 259-6341
Gr: PK-5 | 494 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
Penn High School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
56100 Bittersweet Rd
Mishawaka, IN 46545
(574) 259-7961
Mishawaka, IN 46545
(574) 259-7961
Gr: 9-12 | 3,687 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #33.
Schmucker Middle School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
56045 Bittersweet Rd
Mishawaka, IN 46545
(574) 259-5661
Mishawaka, IN 46545
(574) 259-5661
Gr: 6-8 | 1,041 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #44.
Elsie Rogers Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
56219 Currant Rd
Mishawaka, IN 46545
(574) 259-5231
Mishawaka, IN 46545
(574) 259-5231
Gr: PK-5 | 361 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #55.
Walt Disney Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4015 N Filbert Rd
Mishawaka, IN 46545
(574) 259-2486
Mishawaka, IN 46545
(574) 259-2486
Gr: K-5 | 512 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #66.
Battell Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
715 E Broadway
Mishawaka, IN 46545
(574) 254-3900
Mishawaka, IN 46545
(574) 254-3900
Gr: K-6 | 291 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #77.
Liberty Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
600 E Pregel Dr
Mishawaka, IN 46545
(574) 254-3700
Mishawaka, IN 46545
(574) 254-3700
Gr: K-6 | 446 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #88.
John J Young Middle School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1801 N Main St
Mishawaka, IN 46545
(574) 254-3600
Mishawaka, IN 46545
(574) 254-3600
Gr: 7-8 | 709 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 46545, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in 46545, IN include Bittersweet Elementary School, Penn High School and Schmucker Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 46545?
8 public schools are located in 46545.
What percentage of students in 46545 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 46545 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 46545?
46545 public schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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