For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,516 students in 46012, IN (there are 5 private schools, serving 963 private students). 72% of all K-12 students in 46012, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public schools in 46012, IN are Eastside Elementary School, Tenth Street Elementary School and Highland Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 46012 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 46012, IN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46012, IN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Eastside Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
844 N Scatterfield Rd
Anderson, IN 46012
(765) 641-2101
Anderson, IN 46012
(765) 641-2101
Gr: K-5 | 581 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #22.
Tenth Street Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3124 E 10th St
Anderson, IN 46012
(765) 641-2103
Anderson, IN 46012
(765) 641-2103
Gr: K-5 | 529 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #33.
Highland Middle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2108 E 200 N
Anderson, IN 46012
(765) 641-2059
Anderson, IN 46012
(765) 641-2059
Gr: 7-8 | 916 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #44.
Anderson Intermediate School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2300 Lindberg Rd
Anderson, IN 46012
(765) 641-2047
Anderson, IN 46012
(765) 641-2047
Gr: 5-6 | 490 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
46012, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2300 Lindberg Rd
Anderson, IN 46012
(765) 641-2047
Anderson, IN 46012
(765) 641-2047
Gr: 4-6 | 711 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
2108 East 200 North
Anderson, IN 46012
(765) 641-2059
Anderson, IN 46012
(765) 641-2059
Gr: 9-12
3070 East 300 North
Anderson, IN 46012
(765) 378-0228
Anderson, IN 46012
(765) 378-0228
Gr: K-5
112 E Vineyard St
Anderson, IN 46012
(765) 641-2117
Anderson, IN 46012
(765) 641-2117
Gr: K-5 | 251 students Minority enrollment: 9%
1815 Indiana Ave
Anderson, IN 46012
(765) 641-2055
Anderson, IN 46012
(765) 641-2055
Gr: 4-6 | 929 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
802 E 5th St
Anderson, IN 46012
(765) 641-2115
Anderson, IN 46012
(765) 641-2115
Gr: K-5 | 226 students Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 46012, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in 46012, IN include Eastside Elementary School, Tenth Street Elementary School and Highland Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 46012?
4 public schools are located in 46012.
What percentage of students in 46012 go to public school?
72% of all K-12 students in 46012 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 46012?
46012 public schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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