For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,967 students in 46220, IN (there are , serving 2,146 private students). 58% of all K-12 students in 46220, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public schools in 46220, IN are Merle Sidener Gifted Academy, Center For Inquiry School 84 and Purdue Polytechnic High Sch North. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 46220 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 46220, IN have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46220, IN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Merle Sidener Gifted Academy
(Math: 79% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
2424 Kessler Blvd E Dr
Indianapolis, IN 46220
(317) 226-4259
Indianapolis, IN 46220
(317) 226-4259
Gr: 2-8 | 304 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #22.
Center For Inquiry School 84
(Math: 73% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
440 E 57th St
Indianapolis, IN 46220
(317) 226-4284
Indianapolis, IN 46220
(317) 226-4284
Gr: K-8 | 441 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #33.
Purdue Polytechnic High Sch North
Charter School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1115 Broad Ripple Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46220
(317) 832-1200
Indianapolis, IN 46220
(317) 832-1200
Gr: 9-12 | 262 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #44.
Eastwood Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4401 E 62nd St
Indianapolis, IN 46220
(317) 259-5401
Indianapolis, IN 46220
(317) 259-5401
Gr: 6-8 | 822 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #55.
Ace Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5326 Hillside Avenue
Indianapolis, IN 46220
(317) 744-9847
Indianapolis, IN 46220
(317) 744-9847
Gr: K-5 | 117 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #66.
Ips/butler Lab At Eliza Blaker 55
(Math: 21% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1349 E 54th St
Indianapolis, IN 46220
(317) 226-4255
Indianapolis, IN 46220
(317) 226-4255
Gr: PK-8 | 445 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #77.
Skiles Test Elementary School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
7001 Johnson Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46220
(317) 964-4700
Indianapolis, IN 46220
(317) 964-4700
Gr: PK-6 | 576 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
46220, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1115 Broad Ripple Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46220
(317) 693-5700
Indianapolis, IN 46220
(317) 693-5700
Gr: 9-12 | 604 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
1115 Broad Ripple Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46220
(317) 693-5700
Indianapolis, IN 46220
(317) 693-5700
Gr: 8 | 59 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
3660 E 62nd St
Indianapolis, IN 46220
(317) 259-5465
Indianapolis, IN 46220
(317) 259-5465
Gr: K-5 | 566 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
2424 E Kessler Blvd
Indianapolis, IN 46220
(317) 226-4259
Indianapolis, IN 46220
(317) 226-4259
Gr: 7-8 | 350 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
6101 N Keystone Ave - Ste 302
Indianapolis, IN 46220
(317) 252-5919
Indianapolis, IN 46220
(317) 252-5919
Gr: 9-12 | 20 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 46220, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in 46220, IN include Merle Sidener Gifted Academy, Center For Inquiry School 84 and Purdue Polytechnic High Sch North.
How many public schools are located in 46220?
7 public schools are located in 46220.
What percentage of students in 46220 go to public school?
58% of all K-12 students in 46220 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 46220?
46220 public schools minority enrollment is 61% 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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