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Best 46240 Indiana Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 6,978 students in 46240, IN (there are 6 private schools, serving 1,571 private students). 81% of all K-12 students in 46240, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 46240, IN are Clearwater Elementary School, North Central High School and Nora Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 46240 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 46240, IN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best 46240, IN Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Clearwater Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
3575 E 79th Street
Indianapolis, IN 46240
(317) 259-5465
Gr: K-5 | 750 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #22.
North Central High School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1801 E 86th St
Indianapolis, IN 46240
(317) 259-5301
Gr: 9-12 | 3,682 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #33.
Nora Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1000 E 91st St
Indianapolis, IN 46240
(317) 844-5436
Gr: PK-5 | 544 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #44.
Northview Middle School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
8401 Westfield Blvd
Indianapolis, IN 46240
(317) 259-5421
Gr: 6-8 | 1,019 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #55.
In Math & Science Academy - North
Charter School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
7435 N Keystone Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46240
(317) 259-7300
Gr: K-12 | 657 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #66.
In School For The Blind & Vis Imprd
Special Education School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 20-29% )
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
7725 N College Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46240
(317) 253-1481
Gr: PK-12 | 93 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: n/an/a
Early Learning Center
8520 Woodfield Crossing
Indianapolis, IN 46240
(317) 259-5458
Gr: PK | 233 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: n/an/a
J Everett Light Career Center
Vocational School
1901 E 86th St
Indianapolis, IN 46240
(317) 259-5265
Gr: 6-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 46240, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in 46240, IN include Clearwater Elementary School, North Central High School and Nora Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 46240?
8 public schools are located in 46240.
What percentage of students in 46240 go to public school?
81% of all K-12 students in 46240 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 46240?
46240 public schools minority enrollment is 72% 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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