For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,332 students in 46312, IN.
The top ranked public middle schools in 46312, IN are East Chicago Urban Enterprise Academy, East Chicago Lighthouse and Joseph Block Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 46312 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Indiana public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 18% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 46312, IN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public middle school average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 46312, IN Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
East Chicago Urban Enterprise Academy
Charter School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1402 E Chicago Ave
East Chicago, IN 46312
(219) 392-3650
East Chicago, IN 46312
(219) 392-3650
Gr: K-8 | 430 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
Rank: #22.
East Chicago Lighthouse
Charter School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3916 Pulaski
East Chicago, IN 46312
(219) 378-7450
East Chicago, IN 46312
(219) 378-7450
Gr: K-8 | 462 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Rank: #33.
Joseph Block Middle School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2700 Cardinal Dr
East Chicago, IN 46312
(219) 391-4084
East Chicago, IN 46312
(219) 391-4084
Gr: 7-8 | 440 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
46312, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2400 Cardinal Dr
East Chicago, IN 46312
(219) 391-4077
East Chicago, IN 46312
(219) 391-4077
Gr: 5-7 | 719 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
3551 Block Ave
East Chicago, IN 46312
(219) 391-4180
East Chicago, IN 46312
(219) 391-4180
Gr: K-6 | 258 students
4001 Indianapolis Blvd
East Chicago, IN 46312
(219) 391-4068
East Chicago, IN 46312
(219) 391-4068
Gr: 7-8 | 356 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 46312, IN?
The top ranked public middle schools in 46312, IN include East Chicago Urban Enterprise Academy, East Chicago Lighthouse and Joseph Block Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 46312?
3 public middle schools are located in 46312.
What is the racial composition of students in 46312?
46312 public middle schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public middle schools average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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