2025 Best School Districts in Gary, Indiana
K-12 Schools
- 21st Century Charter School of Gary
- Public charter, K-12
- Focuses on college preparation and dual credit opportunities
- Thea Bowman Leadership Academy
- Public charter, K-12
- Emphasizes leadership development and academic excellence
- West Side Leadership Academy
- Public, 9-12
- Offers a variety of career and technical education programs
- Bailly STEM Academy
- Public, PK-6
- Specializes in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics education
Colleges and Universities
- Indiana University Northwest
- Public university
- Located in nearby Gary
- Offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs
- Ivy Tech Community College
- State-wide community college system with a campus in Gary
- Provides career-focused education and transfer opportunities
