For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,733 students in 46545, IN.
The top ranked public middle schools in 46545, IN are Schmucker Middle School and John J Young Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 46545 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Indiana public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 46545, IN have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Indiana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public middle school average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 46545, IN Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Schmucker Middle School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
56045 Bittersweet Rd
Mishawaka, IN 46545
(574) 259-5661
Mishawaka, IN 46545
(574) 259-5661
Gr: 6-8 | 995 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
John J Young Middle School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1801 N Main St
Mishawaka, IN 46545
(574) 254-3600
Mishawaka, IN 46545
(574) 254-3600
Gr: 7-8 | 738 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 46545, IN?
The top ranked public middle schools in 46545, IN include Schmucker Middle School and John J Young Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 46545?
2 public middle schools are located in 46545.
What is the racial composition of students in 46545?
46545 public middle schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public middle schools average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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