For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 4,965 students in 46241, IN (there are , serving 152 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 46241, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 46241, IN are Ben Davis University High School, Mcclelland Elementary School and Lynhurst 7th & 8th Grade Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 46241 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Indiana public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 46241, IN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46241, IN Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ben Davis University High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1155 S High School Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46241
(317) 988-7800
Indianapolis, IN 46241
(317) 988-7800
Grades: 10-12
| 378 students
Rank: #22.
Mcclelland Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6740 W Morris
Indianapolis, IN 46241
(317) 988-8000
Indianapolis, IN 46241
(317) 988-8000
Grades: PK-6
| 725 students
Rank: #33.
Lynhurst 7th & 8th Grade Center
(Math: 17% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2805 S Lynhurst
Indianapolis, IN 46241
(317) 988-8100
Indianapolis, IN 46241
(317) 988-8100
Grades: 7-8
| 1,134 students
Rank: #44.
Stout Field Elementary School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3820 W Bradbury
Indianapolis, IN 46241
(317) 988-6800
Indianapolis, IN 46241
(317) 988-6800
Grades: PK-6
| 629 students
Rank: #55.
Damar Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5125 Decatur Blvd Ste D
Indianapolis, IN 46241
(317) 455-2400
Indianapolis, IN 46241
(317) 455-2400
Grades: K-12
| 179 students
Rank: #66.
Maplewood Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1643 Dunlap Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46241
(317) 988-6600
Indianapolis, IN 46241
(317) 988-6600
Grades: PK-6
| 640 students
Rank: #77.
Rhoades Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
502 S Auburn St
Indianapolis, IN 46241
(317) 988-6700
Indianapolis, IN 46241
(317) 988-6700
Grades: PK-6
| 607 students
Rank: n/an/a
4640 Santa Fe Dr
Indianapolis, IN 46241
(317) 243-7559
Indianapolis, IN 46241
(317) 243-7559
Grades: PK-6
| 673 students
46241, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1155 S High Sch Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46241
(317) 244-2438
Indianapolis, IN 46241
(317) 244-2438
Grades: 7-9
| 1,309 students
5125 Decatur Blvd
Indianapolis, IN 46241
(317) 856-0900
Indianapolis, IN 46241
(317) 856-0900
Grades: 7-12
| n/a students
4640 Santa Fe Dr
Indianapolis, IN 46241
(317) 243-7559
Indianapolis, IN 46241
(317) 243-7559
Grades: 1-4
| n/a students
Sanders School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
4730 West Gadsden
Indianapolis, IN 46241
(317) 244-7658
Indianapolis, IN 46241
(317) 244-7658
Grades: PK-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 46241, IN?
The top ranked public schools in 46241, IN include Ben Davis University High School, Mcclelland Elementary School and Lynhurst 7th & 8th Grade Center.
How many public schools are located in 46241?
8 public schools are located in 46241.
What percentage of students in 46241 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 46241 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 46241?
46241 public schools minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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