For the 2024-25 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 5,685 students in 46239, IN (there are 3 private schools, serving 551 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 46239, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in 46239, IN are Thompson Crossing Elementary School, Edgewood Intermediate School and Lowell Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 46239 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Indiana public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 46239, IN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public school average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46239, IN Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Thompson Crossing Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7525 E Thompson Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46239
(317) 860-4600
Indianapolis, IN 46239
(317) 860-4600
Grades: K-3
| 666 students
Rank: #22.
Edgewood Intermediate School
Magnet School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
7620 Edgewood
Indianapolis, IN 46239
(317) 803-5024
Indianapolis, IN 46239
(317) 803-5024
Grades: 4-6
| 1,260 students
Rank: #33.
Lowell Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2150 Hunter Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46239
(317) 532-3900
Indianapolis, IN 46239
(317) 532-3900
Grades: K-4
| 448 students
Rank: #44.
Raymond Park Intermediate & Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
8575 E Raymond St
Indianapolis, IN 46239
(317) 532-8900
Indianapolis, IN 46239
(317) 532-8900
Grades: 5-8
| 1,016 students
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
Grassy Creek Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
10330 E Prospect St
Indianapolis, IN 46239
(317) 532-3100
Indianapolis, IN 46239
(317) 532-3100
Grades: K-4
| 440 students
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
Liberty Park Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
8425 E Raymond
Indianapolis, IN 46239
(317) 532-1850
Indianapolis, IN 46239
(317) 532-1850
Grades: K-4
| 435 students
Rank: #77.
Creston Intermediate & Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
10925 E Prospect St
Indianapolis, IN 46239
(317) 532-6800
Indianapolis, IN 46239
(317) 532-6800
Grades: 5-8
| 1,125 students
Rank: n/an/a
Wanamaker Early Learning Center
Magnet School
4150 Bazil Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46239
(317) 860-4500
Indianapolis, IN 46239
(317) 860-4500
Grades: PK
| 295 students
46239, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
10925 E Prospect St
Indianapolis, IN 46239
(317) 869-1327
Indianapolis, IN 46239
(317) 869-1327
Grades: 5-6
| 595 students
7620 Edgewood Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46239
(317) 862-2446
Indianapolis, IN 46239
(317) 862-2446
Grades: 6-8
| n/a students
8575 E Raymond St
Indianapolis, IN 46239
(317) 532-8965
Indianapolis, IN 46239
(317) 532-8965
Grades: 5-6
| 636 students
4150 Bazil Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46239
(317) 862-4100
Indianapolis, IN 46239
(317) 862-4100
Grades: K-4
| 435 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 46239, IN?
The top ranked public schools in 46239, IN include Thompson Crossing Elementary School, Edgewood Intermediate School and Lowell Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 46239?
8 public schools are located in 46239.
What percentage of students in 46239 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 46239 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 46239?
46239 public schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public schools average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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