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Best 46221 Indiana Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 12 public schools serving 7,002 students in 46221, IN.
The top-ranked public schools in 46221, IN are Blue Academy, Gold Academy and Edison School Of The Arts 47. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 46221 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 46221, IN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best 46221, IN Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Blue Academy
(Math: 33% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
5650 Mann Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46221
(317) 856-4100
Gr: K-6 | 687 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #22.
Gold Academy
(Math: 27% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
5650 Mann Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46221
(317) 856-0400
Gr: K-6 | 529 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #33.
Edison School Of The Arts 47
Magnet School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
777 White River Pkwy W Drive
Indianapolis, IN 46221
(317) 226-4992
Gr: K-8 | 617 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #44.
Valley Mills Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
5101 S High School Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46221
(317) 856-6363
Gr: K-6 | 554 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #55.
Decatur Middle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
5108 S High School Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46221
(317) 856-5274
Gr: 7-8 | 1,000 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #66.
Decatur Central High School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
5251 Kentucky Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46221
(317) 856-5288
Gr: 9-12 | 1,974 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #77.
Stephen Decatur Elementary School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
3425 S Foltz St
Indianapolis, IN 46221
(317) 241-0183
Gr: K-6 | 496 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #88.
Decatur Twp School For Excellence
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 20-29% )
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
5106 S High School Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46221
(317) 856-0900
Gr: 7-12
Rank: #99.
William Penn Middle School - A Stem School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1720 W Wilkins St
Indianapolis, IN 46221
(317) 226-4249
Gr: 6-8 | 367 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #1010.
Daniel Webster School 46 - An Exploratory School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1450 S Reisner
Indianapolis, IN 46221
(317) 226-4246
Gr: PK-5 | 416 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: n/an/a
Decatur High Ability Academy
5106 South High School Road
Indianapolis, IN 46221
(317) 856-5265
Gr: 3-6 | 103 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: n/an/a
Excel Center - Decatur
Charter School
5106 S. High School Rd.
Indianapolis, IN 46221
(317) 524-3770
Gr: 9-12 | 259 students Student-teacher ratio: 32:1 Minority enrollment: 83%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 46221, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in 46221, IN include Blue Academy, Gold Academy and Edison School Of The Arts 47.
How many public schools are located in 46221?
12 public schools are located in 46221.
What is the racial composition of students in 46221?
46221 public schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).

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