For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,346 students in 46573, IN (there are , serving 84 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 46573, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public schools in 46573, IN are Wakarusa Elementary School, North Wood Middle School and Madison Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 46573 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 46573, IN have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46573, IN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wakarusa Elementary School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
400 N Washington St
Wakarusa, IN 46573
(574) 862-2000
Wakarusa, IN 46573
(574) 862-2000
Gr: K-5 | 557 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #22.
North Wood Middle School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
301 N Elkhart
Wakarusa, IN 46573
(574) 862-2710
Wakarusa, IN 46573
(574) 862-2710
Gr: 6-8 | 657 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #33.
Madison Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
66030 Dogwood Rd
Wakarusa, IN 46573
(574) 633-4531
Wakarusa, IN 46573
(574) 633-4531
Gr: K-5 | 132 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 46573, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in 46573, IN include Wakarusa Elementary School, North Wood Middle School and Madison Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 46573?
3 public schools are located in 46573.
What percentage of students in 46573 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 46573 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 46573?
46573 public schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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