Best 46815 Indiana Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 3,792 students in 46815, IN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 46815, IN are Fred H Croninger Elementary School, Glenwood Park Elementary School and Blackhawk Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 46815 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 46815, IN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public elementary school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best 46815, IN Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fred H Croninger Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 1%
6700 Trier Rd
Fort Wayne, IN 46815
(260) 467-6050
Gr: K-5 | 619 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #22.
Glenwood Park Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
4501 Vance Ave
Fort Wayne, IN 46815
(260) 467-6200
Gr: K-5 | 532 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #33.
Blackhawk Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
7200 E State Blvd
Fort Wayne, IN 46815
(260) 467-4885
Gr: 6-8 | 814 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #44.
Jeff H Towles Intermediate School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
420 E Paulding Rd
Fort Wayne, IN 46815
(260) 467-4300
Gr: 1-8 | 600 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #55.
J Wilbur Haley Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
2201 Maplecrest Rd
Fort Wayne, IN 46815
(260) 467-4510
Gr: PK-5 | 583 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #66.
Lane Middle School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
4901 Vance Ave
Fort Wayne, IN 46815
(260) 467-4400
Gr: 6-8 | 644 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 79%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 46815, IN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 46815, IN include Fred H Croninger Elementary School, Glenwood Park Elementary School and Blackhawk Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 46815?
6 public elementary schools are located in 46815.
What is the racial composition of students in 46815?
46815 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).

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