For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 743 students in 46601, IN (there are 4 private schools, serving 81 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 46601, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 46601, IN are Purdue Polytechnic High School South Bend and Madison S.t.e.a.m. Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 46601 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 7% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 46601, IN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46601, IN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Purdue Polytechnic High School South Bend
Charter School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
635 S Lafayette Blvd
South Bend, IN 46601
(765) 494-7872
South Bend, IN 46601
(765) 494-7872
Gr: 9-12 | 138 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #22.
Madison S.t.e.a.m. Academy
(Math: 9% | Reading: 5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
832 N Lafayette Blvd
South Bend, IN 46601
(574) 393-3200
South Bend, IN 46601
(574) 393-3200
Gr: K-5 | 431 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: n/an/a
The Portage School Of Leaders
Charter School
305 W. Madison St.
South Bend, IN 46601
(574) 299-9800
South Bend, IN 46601
(574) 299-9800
Gr: 9-11 | 61 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: n/an/a
Success Academy At Boys And Girls Club
Charter School
502 E Sample St
South Bend, IN 46601
(574) 299-9800
South Bend, IN 46601
(574) 299-9800
Gr: K-5 | 113 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 46601, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in 46601, IN include Purdue Polytechnic High School South Bend and Madison S.t.e.a.m. Academy.
How many public schools are located in 46601?
4 public schools are located in 46601.
What percentage of students in 46601 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 46601 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 46601?
46601 public schools minority enrollment is 80% 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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