For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 6,679 students in 46278, IN.
The top ranked public schools in 46278, IN are Fishback Creek Public Academy, Indiana Connections Academy and Indiana Connections Career Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 46278 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Indiana public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 46278, IN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46278, IN Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Fishback Creek Public Academy
(Math: 44% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
8301 W 86th St
Indianapolis, IN 46278
(317) 347-8470
Indianapolis, IN 46278
(317) 347-8470
Grades: PK-5
| 480 students
Rank: #22.
Indiana Connections Academy
Charter School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6640 Intech Blvd - Suite 101
Indianapolis, IN 46278
(317) 550-3188
Indianapolis, IN 46278
(317) 550-3188
Grades: K-12
| 5,475 students
Rank: #33.
Indiana Connections Career Academy
Charter School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6640 Intech Boulevard - Ste 10
Indianapolis, IN 46278
(317) 732-7790
Indianapolis, IN 46278
(317) 732-7790
Grades: 6-12
| 724 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 46278, IN?
The top ranked public schools in 46278, IN include Fishback Creek Public Academy, Indiana Connections Academy and Indiana Connections Career Academy.
How many public schools are located in 46278?
3 public schools are located in 46278.
What is the racial composition of students in 46278?
46278 public schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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