For the 2025-26 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,848 students in 46761, IN (there are , serving 630 private students). 82% of all K-12 students in 46761, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public schools in 46761, IN are Prairie Heights Elementary School, Prairie Heights Sr High School and Prairie Heights Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 46761 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 46761, IN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46761, IN Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Prairie Heights Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
0455 S 1150 E
Lagrange, IN 46761
(260) 351-3034
Lagrange, IN 46761
(260) 351-3034
Gr: K-4 | 522 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Prairie Heights Sr High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
0245 S 1150 E
Lagrange, IN 46761
(260) 351-3039
Lagrange, IN 46761
(260) 351-3039
Gr: 9-12 | 422 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #33.
Prairie Heights Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
0395 S 1150 E
Lagrange, IN 46761
(260) 351-3038
Lagrange, IN 46761
(260) 351-3038
Gr: 5-8 | 384 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #44.
Lakeland Jr/sr High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
0805 E 075 N
Lagrange, IN 46761
(260) 499-2470
Lagrange, IN 46761
(260) 499-2470
Gr: 7-12 | 764 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #55.
Lakeland Intermediate School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1055 E 075 N
Lagrange, IN 46761
(260) 499-2480
Lagrange, IN 46761
(260) 499-2480
Gr: 3-6 | 445 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: n/an/a
1 Lemaster Cir
Lagrange, IN 46761
(260) 499-2430
Lagrange, IN 46761
(260) 499-2430
Gr: K-2 | 311 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
46761, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1055 E 075 N
Lagrange, IN 46761
(260) 499-2480
Lagrange, IN 46761
(260) 499-2480
Gr: 6-8 | 460 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
1 Lemaster Cir
Lagrange, IN 46761
(260) 499-2430
Lagrange, IN 46761
(260) 499-2430
Gr: K-5 | 437 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 46761, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in 46761, IN include Prairie Heights Elementary School, Prairie Heights Sr High School and Prairie Heights Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 46761?
6 public schools are located in 46761.
What percentage of students in 46761 go to public school?
82% of all K-12 students in 46761 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 46761?
46761 public schools minority enrollment is 17% 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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