For the 2024-25 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 4,185 students in 46256, IN (there are 4 private schools, serving 245 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 46256, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in 46256, IN are Mary Evelyn Castle Elementary School, Crestview Elementary School and Lawrence North High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 46256 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Indiana public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 46256, IN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public school average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46256, IN Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mary Evelyn Castle Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
8502 E 82nd St
Indianapolis, IN 46256
(317) 964-4600
Indianapolis, IN 46256
(317) 964-4600
Grades: 1-6
| 713 students
Rank: #22.
Crestview Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7600 E 71st St
Indianapolis, IN 46256
(317) 964-4200
Indianapolis, IN 46256
(317) 964-4200
Grades: 1-6
| 611 students
Rank: #33.
Lawrence North High School
Magnet School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7802 N Hague Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46256
(317) 964-7700
Indianapolis, IN 46256
(317) 964-7700
Grades: 9-12
| 2,861 students
Rank: n/an/a
Mckenzie Career Center
Vocational School
Magnet School
Magnet School
7250 E 75th St
Indianapolis, IN 46256
(317) 964-8000
Indianapolis, IN 46256
(317) 964-8000
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
46256, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Hope Academy (Closed 2023)
Charter School
8102 Clearvista Pky
Indianapolis, IN 46256
(317) 572-9356
Indianapolis, IN 46256
(317) 572-9356
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 46256, IN?
The top ranked public schools in 46256, IN include Mary Evelyn Castle Elementary School, Crestview Elementary School and Lawrence North High School.
How many public schools are located in 46256?
4 public schools are located in 46256.
What percentage of students in 46256 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 46256 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 46256?
46256 public schools minority enrollment is 77% 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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