For the 2025-26 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 3,002 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 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Indiana public elementary school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46818, IN Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hickory Center Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3606 Baird Rd
Fort Wayne, IN 46818
(260) 637-3758
Fort Wayne, IN 46818
(260) 637-3758
Gr: PK-5 | 443 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #22.
Eel River Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
12723 Bethel Rd
Fort Wayne, IN 46818
(260) 338-5395
Fort Wayne, IN 46818
(260) 338-5395
Gr: K-5 | 430 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #33.
Carroll Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4027 Hathaway Rd
Fort Wayne, IN 46818
(260) 637-5159
Fort Wayne, IN 46818
(260) 637-5159
Gr: 6-8 | 1,025 student Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #44.
Aspen Meadow Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2650 Hathaway Rd
Fort Wayne, IN 46818
(260) 338-5345
Fort Wayne, IN 46818
(260) 338-5345
Gr: K-5 | 592 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #55.
Washington Center Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1936 W Wallen Rd
Fort Wayne, IN 46818
(260) 467-6250
Fort Wayne, IN 46818
(260) 467-6250
Gr: PK-5 | 512 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: n/an/a
Allen Co Youth Services Center
Alternative School
11805 Lima Rd
Fort Wayne, IN 46818
(260) 449-3561
Fort Wayne, IN 46818
(260) 449-3561
Gr: 1-12
46818, Indiana 51³Ô¹ÏÍøºÚÁÏ (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
7117 Venture Ln
Fort Wayne, IN 46818
(260) 497-7233
Fort Wayne, IN 46818
(260) 497-7233
Gr: 6-11
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?
6 public elementary schools are located in 46818.
What is the racial composition of students in 46818?
46818 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Indiana public elementary schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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