For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 6,527 students in 46240, IN (there are , serving 1,645 private students). 80% of all K-12 students in 46240, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 46240, IN are Clearwater Elementary School, North Central High School and Nora Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 46240 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 46240, IN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46240, IN Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Clearwater Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3575 E 79th Street
Indianapolis, IN 46240
(317) 259-5465
Indianapolis, IN 46240
(317) 259-5465
Gr: K-5 | 720 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #22.
North Central High School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1801 E 86th St
Indianapolis, IN 46240
(317) 259-5301
Indianapolis, IN 46240
(317) 259-5301
Gr: 9-12 | 3,616 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #33.
Nora Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1000 E 91st St
Indianapolis, IN 46240
(317) 844-5436
Indianapolis, IN 46240
(317) 844-5436
Gr: PK-5 | 486 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #44.
Northview Middle School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8401 Westfield Blvd
Indianapolis, IN 46240
(317) 259-5421
Indianapolis, IN 46240
(317) 259-5421
Gr: 6-8 | 828 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #55.
In Math & Science Academy - North
Charter School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7435 N Keystone Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46240
(317) 259-7300
Indianapolis, IN 46240
(317) 259-7300
Gr: K-12 | 600 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #66.
In Sch For The Blind & Vis Imprd
Special Education School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 20-29% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7725 N College Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46240
(317) 253-1481
Indianapolis, IN 46240
(317) 253-1481
Gr: PK-12 | 108 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: n/an/a
1915 E 86th St
Indianapolis, IN 46240
(317) 259-5458
Indianapolis, IN 46240
(317) 259-5458
Gr: PK | 169 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: n/an/a
J Everett Light Career Center
Vocational School
1901 E 86th St
Indianapolis, IN 46240
(317) 259-5265
Indianapolis, IN 46240
(317) 259-5265
Gr: 6-12
46240, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
500 East 96th St Suite 400
Indianapolis, IN 46240
(317) 660-9267
Indianapolis, IN 46240
(317) 660-9267
Gr: 9-12 | 6,266 students Student-teacher ratio: 121:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
500 East 96th Street Ste 400
Indianapolis, IN 46240
(317) 581-5355
Indianapolis, IN 46240
(317) 581-5355
Gr: 6-12 | 984 students Student-teacher ratio: 62:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
3575 E 79th St
Indianapolis, IN 46240
(317) 576-6960
Indianapolis, IN 46240
(317) 576-6960
Gr: PK-K | 280 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 46240, IN?
The top ranked public schools in 46240, IN include Clearwater Elementary School, North Central High School and Nora Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 46240?
8 public schools are located in 46240.
What percentage of students in 46240 go to public school?
80% of all K-12 students in 46240 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 46240?
46240 public schools minority enrollment is 71% 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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