For the 2025 school year, there are 15 public schools serving 9,242 students in 46227, IN (there are , serving 3,498 private students). 73% of all K-12 students in 46227, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 46227, IN are Douglas Macarthur Elementary School, William Henry Burkhart Elementary School and The Hope Academy Inc.. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 46227 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Indiana public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 46227, IN have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46227, IN Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Douglas Macarthur Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
454 E Stop 11 Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-2500
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-2500
Grades: PK-5
| 580 students
Rank: #22.
William Henry Burkhart Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5701 Brill Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-3600
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-3600
Grades: PK-5
| 482 students
Rank: #33.
The Hope Academy Inc.
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3919 Madison Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 572-9440
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 572-9440
Grades: 9-12
| 40 students
Rank: #44.
Jeremiah Gray Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5225 Gray Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-4300
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-4300
Grades: PK-5
| 683 students
Rank: #55.
Homecroft Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1551 E Southview Dr
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-3500
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-3500
Grades: PK-5
| 502 students
Rank: #66.
Southport 6th Grade Academy
(Math: 37% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5715 S Keystone Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-1400
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-1400
Grades: 6
| 660 students
Rank: #77.
Southport Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
261 E Anniston Dr
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-3300
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-3300
Grades: PK-5
| 487 students
Rank: #88.
Southport Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5715 S Keystone
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-4600
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-4600
Grades: 7-8
| 1,210 students
Rank: #99.
Winchester Village Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1900 E Stop 12 Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-2700
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-2700
Grades: PK-5
| 545 students
Rank: #1010.
Southport High School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
971 E Banta Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-4800
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-4800
Grades: 9-12
| 2,376 students
Rank: #1111.
Clinton Young Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5740 Mcfarland Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-3400
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-3400
Grades: PK-5
| 605 students
Rank: #1212.
Rise Learning Center
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5391 S Shelby St
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-1675
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-1675
Grades: PK-12
| 168 students
Rank: n/an/a
454 E. Stop 11 Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-3771
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-3771
Grades: K-1
| 275 students
Rank: n/an/a
Excel Center - University Heights
Charter School
3919 Madison Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 524-4420
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 524-4420
Grades: 9-12
| 362 students
Rank: n/an/a
1551 E. Southview Dr.
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-3771
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-3771
Grades: K-1
| 267 students
46227, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
4065 Asbury St
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 226-4265
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 226-4265
Grades: PK-6
| 150 students
3919 Madison Ave Ste 100
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 536-1028
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 536-1028
Grades: 6-12
| 179 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 46227, IN?
The top ranked public schools in 46227, IN include Douglas Macarthur Elementary School, William Henry Burkhart Elementary School and The Hope Academy Inc..
How many public schools are located in 46227?
15 public schools are located in 46227.
What percentage of students in 46227 go to public school?
73% of all K-12 students in 46227 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 46227?
46227 public schools minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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