For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,494 students in 46403, IN (there are 1 private school, serving 109 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 46403, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 46403, IN are Banneker Elementary At Marquette, Gary Middle School and Charter School Of The Dunes. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 46403 have an average math proficiency score of 6% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 10% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 46403, IN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46403, IN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Banneker Elementary At Marquette
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6401 Hemlock Ave
Gary, IN 46403
(219) 321-8545
Gary, IN 46403
(219) 321-8545
Gr: K-5 | 293 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Gary Middle School
(Math: 2% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
301 Parke St
Gary, IN 46403
(219) 321-8547
Gary, IN 46403
(219) 321-8547
Gr: 6-8 | 365 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Charter School Of The Dunes
Charter School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 7%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
7300 East Melton Rd
Gary, IN 46403
(219) 939-9690
Gary, IN 46403
(219) 939-9690
Gr: PK-8 | 836 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 46403, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in 46403, IN include Banneker Elementary At Marquette, Gary Middle School and Charter School Of The Dunes.
How many public schools are located in 46403?
3 public schools are located in 46403.
What percentage of students in 46403 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 46403 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 46403?
46403 public schools minority enrollment is 99% 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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