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Best 46227 Indiana Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 15 public schools serving 9,376 students in 46227, IN (there are 10 private schools, serving 3,432 private students). 74% of all K-12 students in 46227, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 46227, IN are Douglas Macarthur Elementary School, William Henry Burkhart Elementary School and The Hope Academy - Inc.. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 46227 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 46227, IN have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best 46227, IN Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Douglas Macarthur Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
454 E Stop 11 Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-2500
Gr: 1-5 | 579 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #22.
William Henry Burkhart Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
5701 Brill Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-3600
Gr: 1-5 | 449 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #33.
The Hope Academy - Inc.
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
3919 Madison Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 572-9440
Gr: 9-12 | 31 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #44.
Jeremiah Gray Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
5225 Gray Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-4300
Gr: 1-5 | 591 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #55.
Southport Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
261 E Anniston Dr
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-3300
Gr: 1-5 | 450 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #66.
Homecroft Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1551 E Southview Dr
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-3500
Gr: 1-5 | 493 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #77.
Southport 6th Grade Academy
(Math: 36% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
5715 S Keystone Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-1400
Gr: 6 | 643 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #88.
Southport Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
5715 S Keystone
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-4600
Gr: 7-8 | 1,304 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #99.
Winchester Village Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1900 E Stop 12 Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-2700
Gr: 1-5 | 546 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #1010.
Southport High School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
971 E Banta Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-4800
Gr: 9-12 | 2,431 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #1111.
Clinton Young Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
5740 Mcfarland Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-3400
Gr: 1-5 | 595 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #1212.
Rise Learning Center
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5% )
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
5391 S Shelby St
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-1675
Gr: PK-12 | 200 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: n/an/a
Douglas Macarthur Kindergarten
454 E. Stop 11 Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-3771
Gr: PK-K | 273 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: n/an/a
Excel Center - University Heights
Charter School
3919 Madison Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 524-4420
Gr: 9-12 | 432 students Student-teacher ratio: 36:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: n/an/a
Homecroft Kindergarten
1551 E. Southview Dr.
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-3771
Gr: PK-K | 359 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 75%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 46227, IN?
How many public schools are located in 46227?
15 public schools are located in 46227.
What percentage of students in 46227 go to public school?
74% of all K-12 students in 46227 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 46227?
46227 public schools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).

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