Best 46818 Indiana Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 3,030 students in 46818, IN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 46818, IN are Hickory Center Elementary School, Eel River Elementary School and Carroll Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 46818 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 46818, IN have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Indiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Indiana public elementary school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best 46818, IN Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hickory Center Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
3606 Baird Rd
Fort Wayne, IN 46818
(260) 637-3758
Gr: PK-5 | 453 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #22.
Eel River Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
12723 Bethel Rd
Fort Wayne, IN 46818
(260) 338-5395
Gr: K-5 | 420 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #33.
Carroll Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
4027 Hathaway Rd
Fort Wayne, IN 46818
(260) 637-5159
Gr: 6-8 | 1,004 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #44.
Aspen Meadow Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
2650 Hathaway Rd
Fort Wayne, IN 46818
(260) 338-5345
Gr: K-5 | 600 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #55.
Washington Center Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1936 W Wallen Rd
Fort Wayne, IN 46818
(260) 467-6250
Gr: PK-5 | 553 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 43%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 46818, IN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 46818, IN include Hickory Center Elementary School, Eel River Elementary School and Carroll Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 46818?
5 public elementary schools are located in 46818.
What is the racial composition of students in 46818?
46818 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Indiana public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).

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