For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public elementary schools serving 3,559 students in 46226, IN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 46226, IN are The Nature School Of Central Indiana, Circle City Preparatory Elementary School and Pla At George H Fisher School 93. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 46226 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 11% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 46226, IN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public elementary school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46226, IN Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
The Nature School Of Central Indiana
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6102 Boy Scout Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46226
(317) 721-7282
Indianapolis, IN 46226
(317) 721-7282
Gr: K-8 | 175 students Student-teacher ratio: 29:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
Circle City Preparatory Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4002 N Franklin Road
Indianapolis, IN 46226
(317) 721-8515
Indianapolis, IN 46226
(317) 721-8515
Gr: K-6 | 321 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Pla At George H Fisher School 93
Charter School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7151 E 35th St
Indianapolis, IN 46226
(317) 226-4293
Indianapolis, IN 46226
(317) 226-4293
Gr: K-6 | 417 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #44.
Tindley Summit Academy
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3698 Dubarry Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46226
(317) 545-1745
Indianapolis, IN 46226
(317) 545-1745
Gr: K-6 | 312 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #55.
Harrison Hill Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
7510 E 53rd St
Indianapolis, IN 46226
(317) 964-4300
Indianapolis, IN 46226
(317) 964-4300
Gr: 1-6 | 750 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #66.
Robert Lee Frost School 106 - A Stem School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5301 Roxbury Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46226
(317) 226-4106
Indianapolis, IN 46226
(317) 226-4106
Gr: PK-5 | 308 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #77.
Charles Warren Fairbanks School 105 - An Exploratory School
Magnet School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
8620 Montery Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46226
(317) 226-4105
Indianapolis, IN 46226
(317) 226-4105
Gr: PK-5 | 398 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #88.
Brook Park Elementary School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 6%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5259 N David St
Indianapolis, IN 46226
(317) 964-4100
Indianapolis, IN 46226
(317) 964-4100
Gr: 1-6 | 637 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: n/an/a
Circle City Preparatory Middle School
Charter School
4002 N. Franklin Rd.
Indianapolis, IN 46226
(317) 643-4209
Indianapolis, IN 46226
(317) 643-4209
Gr: 6-8 | 97 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: n/an/a
Plapromise Prep
Charter School
4430 N Post Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46226
(317) 998-4643
Indianapolis, IN 46226
(317) 998-4643
Gr: K-5 | 144 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 46226, IN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 46226, IN include The Nature School Of Central Indiana, Circle City Preparatory Elementary School and Pla At George H Fisher School 93.
How many public elementary schools are located in 46226?
10 public elementary schools are located in 46226.
What is the racial composition of students in 46226?
46226 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 93% 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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