For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 3,424 students in 46540, IN (there are 2 private schools, serving 57 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 46540, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 46540, IN are Middlebury Elementary School, Northridge Middle School and Orchard View School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 46540 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 46540, IN have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46540, IN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Middlebury Elementary School
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
432 S Main St
Middlebury, IN 46540
(574) 825-2158
Middlebury, IN 46540
(574) 825-2158
Gr: K-3 | 211 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Northridge Middle School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
56691 Northridge Dr
Middlebury, IN 46540
(574) 825-9531
Middlebury, IN 46540
(574) 825-9531
Gr: 6-8 | 963 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #33.
Orchard View School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
56734 Northridge Dr
Middlebury, IN 46540
(574) 825-5405
Middlebury, IN 46540
(574) 825-5405
Gr: K-3 | 345 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #44.
Northridge High School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
56779 Northridge Dr
Middlebury, IN 46540
(574) 825-2142
Middlebury, IN 46540
(574) 825-2142
Gr: 9-12 | 1,331 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #55.
Heritage Intermediate School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
56647 Northridge Dr
Middlebury, IN 46540
(574) 822-5396
Middlebury, IN 46540
(574) 822-5396
Gr: 4-5 | 574 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 46540, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in 46540, IN include Middlebury Elementary School, Northridge Middle School and Orchard View School.
How many public schools are located in 46540?
5 public schools are located in 46540.
What percentage of students in 46540 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 46540 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 46540?
46540 public schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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