For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 6,527 students in 46240, IN (there are 5 private schools, serving 1,645 private students). 80% of all K-12 students in 46240, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
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 27% (versus the Indiana public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 46240, IN have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46240, IN Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Clearwater Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3575 E 79th Street
Indianapolis, IN 46240
(317) 259-5465
Indianapolis, IN 46240
(317) 259-5465
Grades: K-5
| 720 students
Rank: #22.
North Central High School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1801 E 86th St
Indianapolis, IN 46240
(317) 259-5301
Indianapolis, IN 46240
(317) 259-5301
Grades: 9-12
| 3,616 students
Rank: #33.
Nora Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1000 E 91st St
Indianapolis, IN 46240
(317) 844-5436
Indianapolis, IN 46240
(317) 844-5436
Grades: PK-5
| 486 students
Rank: #44.
In Math & Science Academy - North
Charter School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7435 N Keystone Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46240
(317) 259-7300
Indianapolis, IN 46240
(317) 259-7300
Grades: K-12
| 600 students
Rank: #55.
Northview Middle School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
8401 Westfield Blvd
Indianapolis, IN 46240
(317) 259-5421
Indianapolis, IN 46240
(317) 259-5421
Grades: 6-8
| 828 students
Rank: #66.
In Sch For The Blind & Vis Imprd
Special Education School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 20-29% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7725 N College Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46240
(317) 253-1481
Indianapolis, IN 46240
(317) 253-1481
Grades: PK-12
| 108 students
Rank: n/an/a
1915 E 86th St
Indianapolis, IN 46240
(317) 259-5458
Indianapolis, IN 46240
(317) 259-5458
Grades: PK
| 169 students
Rank: n/an/a
J Everett Light Career Center
Vocational School
1901 E 86th St
Indianapolis, IN 46240
(317) 259-5265
Indianapolis, IN 46240
(317) 259-5265
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
46240, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
500 East 96th St Suite 400
Indianapolis, IN 46240
(317) 660-9267
Indianapolis, IN 46240
(317) 660-9267
Grades: 9-12
| 6,266 students
500 East 96th Street Ste 400
Indianapolis, IN 46240
(317) 581-5355
Indianapolis, IN 46240
(317) 581-5355
Grades: 6-12
| 984 students
3575 E 79th St
Indianapolis, IN 46240
(317) 576-6960
Indianapolis, IN 46240
(317) 576-6960
Grades: PK-K
| 280 students
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?
80% of all K-12 students in 46240 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 46240?
46240 public schools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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