For the 2025 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 6,094 students in 46410, IN (there are , serving 993 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 46410, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in 46410, IN are John Wood Elementary School, Jonas E Salk Elementary School and Merrillville Intermediate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 46410 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Indiana public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 46410, IN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46410, IN Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
John Wood Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6100 E 73rd Ave
Merrillville, IN 46410
(219) 650-5305
Merrillville, IN 46410
(219) 650-5305
Grades: PK-4
| 292 students
Rank: #22.
Jonas E Salk Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3001 W 77th Ave
Merrillville, IN 46410
(219) 650-5304
Merrillville, IN 46410
(219) 650-5304
Grades: PK-4
| 593 students
Rank: #33.
Merrillville Intermediate School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1400 W 61st Ave
Merrillville, IN 46410
(219) 650-5306
Merrillville, IN 46410
(219) 650-5306
Grades: 5-6
| 769 students
Rank: #44.
Homer Iddings Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7249 Vanburen St
Merrillville, IN 46410
(219) 650-5302
Merrillville, IN 46410
(219) 650-5302
Grades: PK-4
| 471 students
Rank: #55.
Edgar L Miller Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5901 Waite St
Merrillville, IN 46410
(219) 650-5303
Merrillville, IN 46410
(219) 650-5303
Grades: PK-4
| 348 students
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Merrillville High School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
276 E 68th Pl
Merrillville, IN 46410
(219) 650-5307
Merrillville, IN 46410
(219) 650-5307
Grades: 9-12
| 2,051 students
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Pierce Middle School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
199 E 70th Pl
Merrillville, IN 46410
(219) 650-5308
Merrillville, IN 46410
(219) 650-5308
Grades: 7-8
| 899 students
Rank: #88.
Henry P Fieler Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
407 W 61st Ave
Merrillville, IN 46410
(219) 650-5301
Merrillville, IN 46410
(219) 650-5301
Grades: PK-4
| 444 students
Rank: #99.
Higher Institute Of Arts & Technical
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5861 Harrison Street
Merrillville, IN 46410
(219) 359-1522
Merrillville, IN 46410
(219) 359-1522
Grades: K-8
| 227 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 46410, IN?
The top ranked public schools in 46410, IN include John Wood Elementary School, Jonas E Salk Elementary School and Merrillville Intermediate School.
How many public schools are located in 46410?
9 public schools are located in 46410.
What percentage of students in 46410 go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in 46410 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 46410?
46410 public schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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