For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 6,469 students in 46217, IN (there are 3 private schools, serving 860 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 46217, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 46217, IN are Rosa Parks Elementary School, Perry Meridian Middle School and Perry Meridian 6th Grade Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 46217 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 46217, IN have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Indiana public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46217, IN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rosa Parks Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7525 Wellingshire Blvd
Indianapolis, IN 46217
(317) 789-2900
Indianapolis, IN 46217
(317) 789-2900
Gr: 1-5 | 658 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #22.
Perry Meridian Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
202 W Meridian School Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46217
(317) 789-4100
Indianapolis, IN 46217
(317) 789-4100
Gr: 7-8 | 1,278 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #33.
Perry Meridian 6th Grade Academy
(Math: 43% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
202 W Meridian School Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46217
(317) 789-1300
Indianapolis, IN 46217
(317) 789-1300
Gr: 6 | 617 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #44.
Glenns Valley Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
8239 Morgantown Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46217
(317) 789-2800
Indianapolis, IN 46217
(317) 789-2800
Gr: 1-5 | 533 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #55.
Perry Meridian High School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
401 W Meridian School Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46217
(317) 789-4400
Indianapolis, IN 46217
(317) 789-4400
Gr: 9-12 | 2,455 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #66.
Abraham Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5241 Brehob Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46217
(317) 789-3800
Indianapolis, IN 46217
(317) 789-3800
Gr: 1-5 | 633 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: n/an/a
7525 Wellingshire Blvd.
Indianapolis, IN 46217
(317) 789-3771
Indianapolis, IN 46217
(317) 789-3771
Gr: PK-K | 295 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 46217, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in 46217, IN include Rosa Parks Elementary School, Perry Meridian Middle School and Perry Meridian 6th Grade Academy.
How many public schools are located in 46217?
7 public schools are located in 46217.
What percentage of students in 46217 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 46217 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 46217?
46217 public schools minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Indiana public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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