For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 7,687 students in 46236, IN (there are 5 private schools, serving 1,259 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in 46236, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 46236, IN are Forest Glen Elementary School, Amy Beverland Elementary School and Oaklandon Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 46236 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 46236, IN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46236, IN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Forest Glen Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6333 Lee Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46236
(317) 964-4900
Indianapolis, IN 46236
(317) 964-4900
Gr: PK-6 | 971 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #22.
Amy Beverland Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
11650 Fox Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46236
(317) 964-4000
Indianapolis, IN 46236
(317) 964-4000
Gr: 1-6 | 800 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #33.
Oaklandon Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6702 Oaklandon Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46236
(317) 964-4800
Indianapolis, IN 46236
(317) 964-4800
Gr: 1-6 | 507 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #44.
Sunnyside Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6345 Sunnyside Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46236
(317) 964-4500
Indianapolis, IN 46236
(317) 964-4500
Gr: K-6 | 714 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #55.
Fall Creek Valley Middle School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
9701 E 63rd St
Indianapolis, IN 46236
(317) 964-6600
Indianapolis, IN 46236
(317) 964-6600
Gr: 7-8 | 1,355 student Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #66.
Indian Creek Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
10833 E 56th St
Indianapolis, IN 46236
(317) 964-4400
Indianapolis, IN 46236
(317) 964-4400
Gr: 1-6 | 712 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #7 - 87. - 8.
Phalen At Francis Scott Key 103
Charter School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3920 Baker Dr
Indianapolis, IN 46236
(317) 226-4103
Indianapolis, IN 46236
(317) 226-4103
Gr: PK-6 | 689 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #7 - 87. - 8.
Winding Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
11825 E 46th St
Indianapolis, IN 46236
(317) 964-6800
Indianapolis, IN 46236
(317) 964-6800
Gr: 1-6 | 626 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: n/an/a
6501 Sunnysdie Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46236
(317) 423-8200
Indianapolis, IN 46236
(317) 423-8200
Gr: PK-K | 1,313 student Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 46236, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in 46236, IN include Forest Glen Elementary School, Amy Beverland Elementary School and Oaklandon Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 46236?
9 public schools are located in 46236.
What percentage of students in 46236 go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in 46236 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 46236?
46236 public schools minority enrollment is 84% 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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