For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public middle schools serving 1,615 students in 46628, IN.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 46628, IN are Lasalle Academy, Marquette Montessori Academy and Career Academy Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 46628 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Indiana public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 46628, IN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public middle school average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46628, IN Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lasalle Academy
(Math: 42% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2701 W Elwood
South Bend, IN 46628
(574) 393-4700
South Bend, IN 46628
(574) 393-4700
Gr: 6-8 | 461 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #22.
Marquette Montessori Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1818 Bergan St
South Bend, IN 46628
(574) 393-2400
South Bend, IN 46628
(574) 393-2400
Gr: PK-8 | 431 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #33.
Career Academy Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3801 Cresent Circle - Suite B
South Bend, IN 46628
(574) 299-9800
South Bend, IN 46628
(574) 299-9800
Gr: 6-8 | 414 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #44.
Dickinson Academy
(Math: 3% | Reading: 8%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4404 Elwood
South Bend, IN 46628
(574) 393-3900
South Bend, IN 46628
(574) 393-3900
Gr: K-8 | 309 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 46628, IN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 46628, IN include Lasalle Academy, Marquette Montessori Academy and Career Academy Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 46628?
4 public middle schools are located in 46628.
What is the racial composition of students in 46628?
46628 public middle schools minority enrollment is 68% 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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