For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public elementary schools serving 4,324 students in 46203, IN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 46203, IN are Paramount Englewood, William Mckinley School 39 - An Exploratory School and Victory College Prep. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 46203 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 46203, IN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public elementary school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46203, IN Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Paramount Englewood
Charter School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1849 E Pleasant Run S Pkwy Dri
Indianapolis, IN 46203
(463) 231-2830
Indianapolis, IN 46203
(463) 231-2830
Gr: 5-8 | 270 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #22.
William Mckinley School 39 - An Exploratory School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1733 Spann Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46203
(317) 226-4239
Indianapolis, IN 46203
(317) 226-4239
Gr: PK-5 | 386 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #33.
Victory College Prep
Charter School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1780 Sloan Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46203
(317) 351-1534
Indianapolis, IN 46203
(317) 351-1534
Gr: K-12 | 1,058 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #44.
Bethel Park Elementary Piloted Schools
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2710 Bethel Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46203
(317) 438-5426
Indianapolis, IN 46203
(317) 438-5426
Gr: K-6 | 225 students Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #55.
Emma Donnan Elementary And Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1202 E Troy Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46203
(317) 226-4272
Indianapolis, IN 46203
(317) 226-4272
Gr: K-8 | 451 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #66.
Invent Learning Hub
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1849 E Pleasant Run Pkwy S Dr
Indianapolis, IN 46203
(317) 832-4900
Indianapolis, IN 46203
(317) 832-4900
Gr: K-8 | 221 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #77.
Eleanor Skillen School 34 - A Montessori School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1410 Wade St
Indianapolis, IN 46203
(317) 226-4234
Indianapolis, IN 46203
(317) 226-4234
Gr: PK-5 | 328 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #88.
Se Neighborhood School Of Excellence
Charter School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1601 S Barth Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46203
(317) 423-0204
Indianapolis, IN 46203
(317) 423-0204
Gr: K-8 | 588 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #99.
H.w. Longfellow Middle School - An Ib World School
Magnet School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
510 Laurel Street
Indianapolis, IN 46203
(317) 226-4228
Indianapolis, IN 46203
(317) 226-4228
Gr: 6-8 | 538 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #1010.
Fredrick Douglas School 19 - An Exploratory School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2020 Dawson St
Indianapolis, IN 46203
(317) 226-4219
Indianapolis, IN 46203
(317) 226-4219
Gr: PK-5 | 259 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 46203, IN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 46203, IN include Paramount Englewood, William Mckinley School 39 - An Exploratory School and Victory College Prep.
How many public elementary schools are located in 46203?
10 public elementary schools are located in 46203.
What is the racial composition of students in 46203?
46203 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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