For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 5,060 students in 46142, IN (there are 5 private schools, serving 127 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 46142, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in 46142, IN are Pleasant Grove Elementary School, Sugar Grove Elementary School and North Grove Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 46142 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Indiana public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 46142, IN have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46142, IN Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pleasant Grove Elementary School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5199 W Fairview Rd
Greenwood, IN 46142
(317) 887-8525
Greenwood, IN 46142
(317) 887-8525
Grades: PK-5
| 724 students
Rank: #22.
Sugar Grove Elementary School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4135 W Smith Valley Rd
Greenwood, IN 46142
(317) 887-4707
Greenwood, IN 46142
(317) 887-4707
Grades: PK-5
| 802 students
Rank: #33.
North Grove Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3280 W Fairview Rd
Greenwood, IN 46142
(317) 881-5653
Greenwood, IN 46142
(317) 881-5653
Grades: K-5
| 704 students
Rank: #44.
Southwest Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
619 W Smith Valley
Greenwood, IN 46142
(317) 889-4090
Greenwood, IN 46142
(317) 889-4090
Grades: K-5
| 542 students
Rank: #55.
Center Grove Middle School North
(Math: 48% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
202 N Morgantown Rd
Greenwood, IN 46142
(317) 885-8800
Greenwood, IN 46142
(317) 885-8800
Grades: 6-8
| 1,069 students
Rank: #66.
Greenwood Community High School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
615 W Smith Valley Rd
Greenwood, IN 46142
(317) 889-4000
Greenwood, IN 46142
(317) 889-4000
Grades: 9-12
| 1,219 students
46142, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
5800 West Smith Valley Rd
Greenwood, IN 46142
(317) 888-0185
Greenwood, IN 46142
(317) 888-0185
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 46142, IN?
The top ranked public schools in 46142, IN include Pleasant Grove Elementary School, Sugar Grove Elementary School and North Grove Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 46142?
6 public schools are located in 46142.
What percentage of students in 46142 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 46142 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 46142?
46142 public schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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