For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 5,013 students in 46825, IN (there are 7 private schools, serving 2,790 private students). 63% of all K-12 students in 46825, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 46825, IN are Lincoln Elementary School, Mabel K Holland Elementary School and Northrop High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 46825 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 46825, IN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Indiana public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46825, IN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1001 E Cook Rd
Fort Wayne, IN 46825
(260) 467-5400
Fort Wayne, IN 46825
(260) 467-5400
Gr: K-5 | 590 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #22.
Mabel K Holland Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7000 Red Haw Dr
Fort Wayne, IN 46825
(260) 467-7075
Fort Wayne, IN 46825
(260) 467-7075
Gr: PK-5 | 533 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #33.
Northrop High School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7001 Coldwater Rd
Fort Wayne, IN 46825
(260) 467-2300
Fort Wayne, IN 46825
(260) 467-2300
Gr: 9-12 | 2,145 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #44.
Northcrest Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5301 Archwood Ln
Fort Wayne, IN 46825
(260) 467-5450
Fort Wayne, IN 46825
(260) 467-5450
Gr: PK-5 | 536 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #55.
Northwood Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1201 E Wash Ctr Rd
Fort Wayne, IN 46825
(260) 467-2930
Fort Wayne, IN 46825
(260) 467-2930
Gr: 6-8 | 585 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #66.
Shawnee Middle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1000 E Cook Rd
Fort Wayne, IN 46825
(260) 467-6525
Fort Wayne, IN 46825
(260) 467-6525
Gr: 6-8 | 624 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 46825, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in 46825, IN include Lincoln Elementary School, Mabel K Holland Elementary School and Northrop High School.
How many public schools are located in 46825?
6 public schools are located in 46825.
What percentage of students in 46825 go to public school?
63% of all K-12 students in 46825 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 46825?
46825 public schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Indiana public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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