For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 733 students in 46408, IN.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 46408, IN are Lake Ridge New Tech Middle School and Steel City Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 46408 have an average math proficiency score of 6% (versus the Indiana public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 14% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 46408, IN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public middle school average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46408, IN Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lake Ridge New Tech Middle School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3601 W 41st Ave
Gary, IN 46408
(219) 980-0730
Gary, IN 46408
(219) 980-0730
Gr: 5-8 | 447 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #22.
Steel City Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2650 W 35th Avenue
Gary, IN 46408
(219) 750-1010
Gary, IN 46408
(219) 750-1010
Gr: K-12 | 286 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 46408, IN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 46408, IN include Lake Ridge New Tech Middle School and Steel City Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 46408?
2 public middle schools are located in 46408.
What is the racial composition of students in 46408?
46408 public middle schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public middle schools average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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