For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 916 students in 46978, IN.
The top ranked public schools in 46978, IN are Pioneer Jr-sr High School and Pioneer Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø schools in zipcode 46978 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 46978, IN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46978, IN ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pioneer Jr-sr High School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
417 South Chicago Street
Royal Center, IN 46978
(574) 643-3145
Royal Center, IN 46978
(574) 643-3145
Gr: 6-12 | 432 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Pioneer Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
109 E Black Lane
Royal Center, IN 46978
(574) 643-2255
Royal Center, IN 46978
(574) 643-2255
Gr: PK-6 | 484 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 46978, IN?
The top ranked public schools in 46978, IN include Pioneer Jr-sr High School and Pioneer Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 46978?
2 public schools are located in 46978.
What is the racial composition of students in 46978?
46978 public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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