For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 2,878 students in 46220, IN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 46220, IN are Merle Sidener Academy 59 - A High Ability School, Joseph J. Bingham School 84 Center For Inquiry and Eastwood Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 46220 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 46220, IN have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public elementary school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46220, IN Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Merle Sidener Academy 59 - A High Ability School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
2424 Kessler Blvd E Dr
Indianapolis, IN 46220
(317) 226-4259
Indianapolis, IN 46220
(317) 226-4259
Gr: 1-5 | 228 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #22.
Joseph J. Bingham School 84 Center For Inquiry
(Math: 73% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
440 E 57th St
Indianapolis, IN 46220
(317) 226-4284
Indianapolis, IN 46220
(317) 226-4284
Gr: K-5 | 360 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #33.
Eastwood Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4401 E 62nd St
Indianapolis, IN 46220
(317) 259-5401
Indianapolis, IN 46220
(317) 259-5401
Gr: 6-8 | 845 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #44.
Ace Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5326 Hillside Avenue
Indianapolis, IN 46220
(317) 744-9847
Indianapolis, IN 46220
(317) 744-9847
Gr: K-6 | 131 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #55.
Eliza Baker School 55 - A Butler Lab Reggio Emilia School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1349 E 54th St
Indianapolis, IN 46220
(317) 226-4255
Indianapolis, IN 46220
(317) 226-4255
Gr: PK-5 | 301 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #66.
Skiles Test Elementary School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
7001 Johnson Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46220
(317) 964-4700
Indianapolis, IN 46220
(317) 964-4700
Gr: PK-6 | 558 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
4900 Julian Ave.
Indianapolis, IN 46220
(317) 693-5560
Indianapolis, IN 46220
(317) 693-5560
Gr: 6-8 | 455 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 46220, IN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 46220, IN include Merle Sidener Academy 59 - A High Ability School, Joseph J. Bingham School 84 Center For Inquiry and Eastwood Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 46220?
7 public elementary schools are located in 46220.
What is the racial composition of students in 46220?
46220 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 63% 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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