For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public middle schools serving 2,628 students in 46226, IN.
The top ranked public middle schools in 46226, IN are The Nature School Of Central Indiana, Circle City Preparatory Elementary School and Geo Next Generation Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 46226 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Indiana public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 46226, IN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public middle school average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 46226, IN Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
The Nature School Of Central Indiana
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6102 Boy Scout Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46226
(317) 721-7282
Indianapolis, IN 46226
(317) 721-7282
Grades: K-8
| 145 students
Rank: #22.
Circle City Preparatory Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4002 N Franklin Road
Indianapolis, IN 46226
(317) 721-8515
Indianapolis, IN 46226
(317) 721-8515
Grades: K-7
| 338 students
Rank: #33.
Geo Next Generation Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4010 N Sherman Drive
Indianapolis, IN 46226
(317) 608-6220
Indianapolis, IN 46226
(317) 608-6220
Grades: 8-12
| 222 students
Rank: #44.
Belzer Middle School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
7555 E 56th St
Indianapolis, IN 46226
(317) 964-6200
Indianapolis, IN 46226
(317) 964-6200
Grades: 7-8
| 1,139 students
Rank: #55.
Hoosier College And Career Academy
Charter School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5650 Caito Drive
Indianapolis, IN 46226
(317) 495-6494
Indianapolis, IN 46226
(317) 495-6494
Grades: 7-12
| 784 students
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
Grades: 6-7
| n/a students
46226, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
4825 N Arlington Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46226
(317) 822-7980
Indianapolis, IN 46226
(317) 822-7980
Grades: 9-12
| 769 students
6550 E 42nd St
Indianapolis, IN 46226
(317) 226-4292
Indianapolis, IN 46226
(317) 226-4292
Grades: PK-6
| 350 students
7300 E 56th St
Indianapolis, IN 46226
(317) 545-2614
Indianapolis, IN 46226
(317) 545-2614
Grades: PK-K
| 381 students
5050 E 42nd St
Indianapolis, IN 46226
(317) 226-4283
Indianapolis, IN 46226
(317) 226-4283
Grades: PK-6
| 197 students
The Genius School (Closed 2024)
Charter School
4010 N Sherman Drive
Indianapolis, IN 46226
(317) 643-5430
Indianapolis, IN 46226
(317) 643-5430
Grades: K-6
| 136 students
7151 E 35th St
Indianapolis, IN 46226
(317) 226-4293
Indianapolis, IN 46226
(317) 226-4293
Grades: K-6
| 434 students
4002 N Franklin Road
Indianapolis, IN 46226
(317) 897-2472
Indianapolis, IN 46226
(317) 897-2472
Grades: 7-12
| 363 students
Indy Steam Academy (Closed 2024)
Charter School
4020 N Sherman Drive
Indianapolis, IN 46226
(317) 556-2307
Indianapolis, IN 46226
(317) 556-2307
Grades: K-6
| 176 students
3698 Dubarry Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46226
(317) 226-4298
Indianapolis, IN 46226
(317) 226-4298
Grades: PK-6
| 372 students
4010 Sherman Drive
Indianapolis, IN 46226
(317) 777-7740
Indianapolis, IN 46226
(317) 777-7740
Grades: 6-8
| 276 students
4020 Sherman Dr
Indianapolis, IN 46226
(317) 545-1745
Indianapolis, IN 46226
(317) 545-1745
Grades: K-5
| 399 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 46226, IN?
The top ranked public middle schools in 46226, IN include The Nature School Of Central Indiana, Circle City Preparatory Elementary School and Geo Next Generation Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 46226?
6 public middle schools are located in 46226.
What is the racial composition of students in 46226?
46226 public middle schools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public middle schools average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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