For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 6,527 students in 46240, IN (there are , serving 1,646 private students). 80% of all K-12 students in 46240, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
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 (2026)
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 89%).
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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