For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 4,638 students in 46033, IN (there are , serving 148 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 46033, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public schools in 46033, IN are Prairie Trace Elementary School, Cherry Tree Elementary School and Woodbrook Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 46033 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 46033, IN have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46033, IN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Prairie Trace Elementary School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
14200 N River Rd
Carmel, IN 46033
(317) 571-7925
Carmel, IN 46033
(317) 571-7925
Gr: K-5 | 705 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #22.
Cherry Tree Elementary School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
13989 Hazel Dell Parkway
Carmel, IN 46033
(317) 846-3086
Carmel, IN 46033
(317) 846-3086
Gr: PK-5 | 711 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #33.
Woodbrook Elementary School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4311 E 116th St
Carmel, IN 46033
(317) 846-4225
Carmel, IN 46033
(317) 846-4225
Gr: K-5 | 618 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #44.
Clay Middle School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5150 E 126th St
Carmel, IN 46033
(317) 844-7251
Carmel, IN 46033
(317) 844-7251
Gr: 6-8 | 1,395 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #55.
Forest Dale Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
10721 Lakeshore Dr W
Carmel, IN 46033
(317) 844-4948
Carmel, IN 46033
(317) 844-4948
Gr: PK-5 | 653 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #66.
Mohawk Trails Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4242 E 126th St
Carmel, IN 46033
(317) 844-1158
Carmel, IN 46033
(317) 844-1158
Gr: PK-5 | 556 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 46033, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in 46033, IN include Prairie Trace Elementary School, Cherry Tree Elementary School and Woodbrook Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 46033?
6 public schools are located in 46033.
What percentage of students in 46033 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 46033 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 46033?
46033 public schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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