For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 4,074 students in 46040, IN.
The top ranked public schools in 46040, IN are Geist Elementary School, Mt Vernon High School and Fortville Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 46040 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Indiana public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 46040, IN have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46040, IN Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Geist Elementary School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
14051 E 104th St
Fortville, IN 46040
(317) 915-4260
Fortville, IN 46040
(317) 915-4260
Grades: PK-4
| 654 students
Rank: #22.
Mt Vernon High School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8112 N 200 W
Fortville, IN 46040
(317) 485-3131
Fortville, IN 46040
(317) 485-3131
Grades: 9-12
| 1,455 students
Rank: #33.
Fortville Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
8414 N 200 W
Fortville, IN 46040
(317) 485-3180
Fortville, IN 46040
(317) 485-3180
Grades: K-5
| 718 students
Rank: #44.
Mt Vernon Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1862 W Sr 234
Fortville, IN 46040
(317) 485-3160
Fortville, IN 46040
(317) 485-3160
Grades: 6-8
| 1,105 students
Rank: n/an/a
1806 W Sr 234
Fortville, IN 46040
(317) 485-3100
Fortville, IN 46040
(317) 485-3100
Grades: PK
| 142 students
46040, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
8414 North 200 West
Fortville, IN 46040
(317) 482-0021
Fortville, IN 46040
(317) 482-0021
Grades: 5-6
| 584 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 46040, IN?
The top ranked public schools in 46040, IN include Geist Elementary School, Mt Vernon High School and Fortville Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 46040?
5 public schools are located in 46040.
What is the racial composition of students in 46040?
46040 public schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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