For the 2025-26 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 3,151 students in 46545, IN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 46545, IN are Bittersweet Elementary School, Schmucker Middle School and Elsie Rogers Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 46545 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 46545, IN have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Indiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public elementary school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46545, IN Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bittersweet Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
55860 Bittersweet
Mishawaka, IN 46545
(574) 259-6341
Mishawaka, IN 46545
(574) 259-6341
Gr: PK-5 | 515 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #22.
Schmucker Middle School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
56045 Bittersweet Rd
Mishawaka, IN 46545
(574) 259-5661
Mishawaka, IN 46545
(574) 259-5661
Gr: 6-8 | 995 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #33.
Elsie Rogers Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
56219 Currant Rd
Mishawaka, IN 46545
(574) 259-5231
Mishawaka, IN 46545
(574) 259-5231
Gr: PK-5 | 393 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #44.
Walt Disney Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4015 N Filbert Rd
Mishawaka, IN 46545
(574) 259-2486
Mishawaka, IN 46545
(574) 259-2486
Gr: K-5 | 521 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #55.
Battell Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
715 E Broadway
Mishawaka, IN 46545
(574) 254-3900
Mishawaka, IN 46545
(574) 254-3900
Gr: K-6 | 305 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #66.
Liberty Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
600 E Pregel Dr
Mishawaka, IN 46545
(574) 254-3700
Mishawaka, IN 46545
(574) 254-3700
Gr: K-6 | 422 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 46545, IN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 46545, IN include Bittersweet Elementary School, Schmucker Middle School and Elsie Rogers Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 46545?
6 public elementary schools are located in 46545.
What is the racial composition of students in 46545?
46545 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public elementary schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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