For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,126 students in 46835, IN.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 46835, IN are Robert C Harris Elementary School, Arlington Elementary School and Saint Joseph Central School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø elementary schools in zipcode 46835 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 46835, IN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public elementary school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46835, IN ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Robert C Harris Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4501 Thorngate Dr
Fort Wayne, IN 46835
(260) 467-6300
Fort Wayne, IN 46835
(260) 467-6300
Grades: K-5
| 334 students
Rank: #22.
Arlington Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
8118 St Jo Ctr Rd
Fort Wayne, IN 46835
(260) 467-6000
Fort Wayne, IN 46835
(260) 467-6000
Grades: K-5
| 404 students
Rank: #33.
Saint Joseph Central School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6341 St Joe Ctr Rd
Fort Wayne, IN 46835
(260) 467-6100
Fort Wayne, IN 46835
(260) 467-6100
Grades: K-5
| 426 students
Rank: #44.
Willard Shambaugh Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5320 Rebecca Dr
Fort Wayne, IN 46835
(260) 467-6150
Fort Wayne, IN 46835
(260) 467-6150
Grades: K-5
| 286 students
Rank: #55.
Jefferson Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5303 Wheelock Rd
Fort Wayne, IN 46835
(260) 467-4825
Fort Wayne, IN 46835
(260) 467-4825
Grades: 6-8
| 676 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 46835, IN?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 46835, IN include Robert C Harris Elementary School, Arlington Elementary School and Saint Joseph Central School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 46835?
5 public elementary schools are located in 46835.
What is the racial composition of students in 46835?
46835 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public elementary schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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