Best 46312 Indiana Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,355 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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public middle school average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best 46312, IN Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
East Chicago Urban Enterprise Academy
Charter School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1402 E Chicago Ave
East Chicago, IN 46312
(219) 392-3650
Gr: K-8 | 424 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
East Chicago Lighthouse
Charter School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
3916 Pulaski
East Chicago, IN 46312
(219) 378-7450
Gr: K-8 | 495 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Joseph Block Middle School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
2700 Cardinal Dr
East Chicago, IN 46312
(219) 391-4084
Gr: 7-8 | 436 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 99%

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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public middle schools average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).

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