For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 public charter schools serving 1,607 students in 46235, IN.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 46235, IN are Andrew J Brown Academy, James & Rosemary Phalen Leadership Academy Middle School and Phalen Virtual Leadership Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 46235 have an average math proficiency score of 6% (versus the Indiana public charter school average of 20%), and reading proficiency score of 15% (versus the 26% statewide average). Charter schools in 46235, IN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public charter school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 46235, IN Public Charter Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Andrew J Brown Academy
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3600 N German Church Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46235
(317) 891-0730
Indianapolis, IN 46235
(317) 891-0730
Gr: K-8 | 570 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
James & Rosemary Phalen Leadership Academy Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4352 Mitthoeffer Road
Indianapolis, IN 46235
(317) 552-1600
Indianapolis, IN 46235
(317) 552-1600
Gr: 7-8 | 266 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #33.
Phalen Virtual Leadership Academy
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4352 Mitthoeffer Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46235
(317) 939-3787
Indianapolis, IN 46235
(317) 939-3787
Gr: K-12 | 289 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #44.
James And Rosemary Phalen Leadership Academy High School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4352 Mitthoeffer Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46235
(317) 552-1600
Indianapolis, IN 46235
(317) 552-1600
Gr: 9-12 | 482 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
46235, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
4352 North Mitthoeffer Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46235
(317) 890-9100
Indianapolis, IN 46235
(317) 890-9100
Gr: K-8 | 639 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
10101 E 38th St
Indianapolis, IN 46235
(317) 693-5460
Indianapolis, IN 46235
(317) 693-5460
Gr: 7-8 | 422 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 46235, IN?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 46235, IN include Andrew J Brown Academy, James & Rosemary Phalen Leadership Academy Middle School and Phalen Virtual Leadership Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 46235?
4 public charter schools are located in 46235.
What is the racial composition of students in 46235?
46235 public charter schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public charter schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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