For the 2026 school year, there are 12 public schools serving 5,104 students in 46202, IN (there are 5 private schools, serving 624 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in 46202, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 46202, IN are Paramount Cottage Home, Herron High School and Benjamin Harrison School 2 Center For Inquiry. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 46202 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 46202, IN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46202, IN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Paramount Cottage Home
Charter School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1203 E St. Clair Street
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(463) 231-2880
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(463) 231-2880
Gr: K-5 | 381 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #22.
Herron High School
Charter School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
110 E 16th St
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 231-0010
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 231-0010
Gr: 9-12 | 981 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #33.
Benjamin Harrison School 2 Center For Inquiry
Magnet School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
725 N New Jersey St
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 226-4202
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 226-4202
Gr: K-5 | 303 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #44.
Paramount Online Academy
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1203 E St Clair St
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 519-4588
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 519-4588
Gr: K-8 | 163 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #55.
Charity Dye School 27 Center For Inquiry
(Math: 27% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
545 E 19th St
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 226-4227
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 226-4227
Gr: PK-5 | 348 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #66.
Phalen Leadership Academy - In Inc
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3920 Baker Drive
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 333-6980
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 333-6980
Gr: K-8 | 247 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #77.
Global Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2033 Sugar Grove Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 226-4244
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 226-4244
Gr: K-8 | 742 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #88.
Vision Academy
Charter School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1751 E Riverside Dr
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 632-2006
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 632-2006
Gr: K-8 | 391 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #99.
Washington Irving Neighborhood School 14
(Math: 13% | Reading: 23% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1250 E Market St
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 226-4214
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 226-4214
Gr: PK-5 | 230 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #1010.
Crispus Attucks High School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1140 Dr M Luther King Jr St
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 226-2800
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 226-2800
Gr: 9-12 | 1,269 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: n/an/a
The Match
Charter School
1401 Indiana Ave.
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 226-4263
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 226-4263
Gr: 9-12 | 49 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 46202, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in 46202, IN include Paramount Cottage Home, Herron High School and Benjamin Harrison School 2 Center For Inquiry.
How many public schools are located in 46202?
12 public schools are located in 46202.
What percentage of students in 46202 go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in 46202 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 46202?
46202 public schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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