For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 5,108 students in 46544, IN (there are 4 private schools, serving 1,344 private students). 80% of all K-12 students in 46544, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 46544, IN are Elm Road Elementary School, Fred J Hums Elementary School and Twin Branch Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 46544 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 46544, IN have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46544, IN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Elm Road Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
59400 Elm Rd
Mishawaka, IN 46544
(574) 259-3743
Mishawaka, IN 46544
(574) 259-3743
Gr: PK-5 | 503 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
Fred J Hums Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3208 Harrison Rd
Mishawaka, IN 46544
(574) 254-3800
Mishawaka, IN 46544
(574) 254-3800
Gr: K-6 | 327 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #33.
Twin Branch Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3810 Lincoln Way E
Mishawaka, IN 46544
(574) 254-3500
Mishawaka, IN 46544
(574) 254-3500
Gr: K-6 | 300 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #44.
Meadow's Edge Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
16333 Kern Rd
Mishawaka, IN 46544
(574) 255-9347
Mishawaka, IN 46544
(574) 255-9347
Gr: PK-5 | 382 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #55.
Virgil I Grissom Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
13881 Kern Rd
Mishawaka, IN 46544
(574) 633-4061
Mishawaka, IN 46544
(574) 633-4061
Gr: 6-8 | 662 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #66.
Beiger Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1600 E Third St
Mishawaka, IN 46544
(574) 254-4700
Mishawaka, IN 46544
(574) 254-4700
Gr: PK-6 | 504 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #77.
Mishawaka High School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1202 Lincolnway E
Mishawaka, IN 46544
(574) 254-7300
Mishawaka, IN 46544
(574) 254-7300
Gr: 9-12 | 1,327 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #88.
Emmons Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1306 S Main St
Mishawaka, IN 46544
(574) 254-4600
Mishawaka, IN 46544
(574) 254-4600
Gr: K-6 | 422 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #99.
Lasalle Elementary School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1511 Milburn Blvd
Mishawaka, IN 46544
(574) 254-4800
Mishawaka, IN 46544
(574) 254-4800
Gr: PK-6 | 519 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: n/an/a
1402 S Main St.
Mishawaka, IN 46544
(574) 254-4500
Mishawaka, IN 46544
(574) 254-4500
Gr: 7-12 | 162 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 46544, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in 46544, IN include Elm Road Elementary School, Fred J Hums Elementary School and Twin Branch Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 46544?
10 public schools are located in 46544.
What percentage of students in 46544 go to public school?
80% of all K-12 students in 46544 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 46544?
46544 public schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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