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Best 46220 Indiana Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,967 students in 46220, IN (there are 9 private schools, serving 2,065 private students). 58% of all K-12 students in 46220, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
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)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Merle Sidener Gifted Academy
(Math: 79% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 1%
2424 Kessler Blvd E Dr
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:
10/
10
Top 5%
440 E 57th St
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:
6/
10
Top 50%
1115 Broad Ripple Ave
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:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
4401 E 62nd St
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:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
5326 Hillside Avenue
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:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1349 E 54th St
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:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
7001 Johnson Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46220
(317) 964-4700
Gr: PK-6 | 576 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 46220 Indiana

46220, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Broad Ripple Mgnt High School For Prfm Arts (Closed 2023)
1115 Broad Ripple Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46220
(317) 693-5700
Gr: 9-12 | 604 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Broad Ripple Mgnt Junior High School-prfm Arts (Closed 2023)
1115 Broad Ripple Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46220
(317) 693-5700
Gr: 8 | 59 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
John Strange Elementary School (Closed 2020)
3660 E 62nd St
Indianapolis, IN 46220
(317) 259-5465
Gr: K-5 | 566 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Merle Sidener Middle School (Closed 2009)
2424 E Kessler Blvd
Indianapolis, IN 46220
(317) 226-4259
Gr: 7-8 | 350 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Nexus Academy Of Indianapolis (Closed 2023)
6101 N Keystone Ave - Ste 302
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?
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 90%).
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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