For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 5,223 students in 46131, IN (there are 3 private schools, serving 177 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 46131, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 46131, IN are Creekside Elementary School, Needham Elementary School and Clark Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 46131 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Indiana public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 46131, IN have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46131, IN Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Creekside Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
700 E Sr 44
Franklin, IN 46131
(317) 346-8800
Franklin, IN 46131
(317) 346-8800
Grades: PK-4
| 528 students
Rank: #22.
Needham Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1399 Upper Shelbyville Rd
Franklin, IN 46131
(317) 738-5780
Franklin, IN 46131
(317) 738-5780
Grades: PK-4
| 336 students
Rank: #33.
Clark Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
Cr 700 N & 575 E
Franklin, IN 46131
(317) 535-8503
Franklin, IN 46131
(317) 535-8503
Grades: K-5
| 501 students
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Northwood Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
965 Grizzly Cub Dr
Franklin, IN 46131
(317) 346-8900
Franklin, IN 46131
(317) 346-8900
Grades: PK-4
| 506 students
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Webb Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1400 Webb Ct
Franklin, IN 46131
(317) 738-5790
Franklin, IN 46131
(317) 738-5790
Grades: PK-4
| 285 students
Rank: #66.
Franklin Community High School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2600 Cumberland Dr
Franklin, IN 46131
(317) 738-5700
Franklin, IN 46131
(317) 738-5700
Grades: 9-12
| 1,590 students
Rank: #77.
Custer Baker Intermediate School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
101 W Sr 44
Franklin, IN 46131
(317) 346-8600
Franklin, IN 46131
(317) 346-8600
Grades: 5-6
| 736 students
Rank: #88.
Franklin Community Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
625 Grizzly Cub Dr
Franklin, IN 46131
(317) 346-8400
Franklin, IN 46131
(317) 346-8400
Grades: 7-8
| 741 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 46131, IN?
The top ranked public schools in 46131, IN include Creekside Elementary School, Needham Elementary School and Clark Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 46131?
8 public schools are located in 46131.
What percentage of students in 46131 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 46131 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 46131?
46131 public schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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