For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,114 students in 46761, IN.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 46761, IN are Prairie Heights Middle School and Lakeland Jr/sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 46761 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Indiana public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 46761, IN have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public middle school average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46761, IN Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Prairie Heights Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
0395 S 1150 E
Lagrange, IN 46761
(260) 351-3038
Lagrange, IN 46761
(260) 351-3038
Gr: 5-8 | 377 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Lakeland Jr/sr High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
0805 E 075 N
Lagrange, IN 46761
(260) 499-2470
Lagrange, IN 46761
(260) 499-2470
Gr: 7-12 | 737 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 46761, IN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 46761, IN include Prairie Heights Middle School and Lakeland Jr/sr High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 46761?
2 public middle schools are located in 46761.
What is the racial composition of students in 46761?
46761 public middle schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public middle schools average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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