For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 3,061 students in 46202, IN.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 46202, IN are Paramount Cottage Home, Center For Inquiry School 2 and Paramount Online Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 46202 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 46202, IN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public elementary school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46202, IN Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Paramount Cottage Home
Charter School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1203 E St. Clair Street
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(463) 231-2880
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(463) 231-2880
Gr: K-5 | 358 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #22.
Center For Inquiry School 2
Magnet School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
725 N New Jersey St
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 226-4202
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 226-4202
Gr: K-8 | 435 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #33.
Paramount Online Academy
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1203 E St Clair St
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 519-4588
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 519-4588
Gr: K-8 | 194 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 28:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #44.
Center For Inquiry School 27
(Math: 27% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
545 E 19th St
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 226-4227
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 226-4227
Gr: PK-8 | 460 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #55.
Phalen Leadership Academy - In Inc
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3920 Baker Drive
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 333-6980
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 333-6980
Gr: K-8 | 181 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #66.
Global Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2033 Sugar Grove Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 226-4244
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 226-4244
Gr: PK-8 | 701 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #77.
Vision Academy
Charter School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1751 E Riverside Dr
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 632-2006
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 632-2006
Gr: K-8 | 396 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #88.
Washington Irving Neighborhood School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 23% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1250 E Market St
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 226-4214
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 226-4214
Gr: PK-8 | 336 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
46202, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1301 E 16th St
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 226-4116
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 226-4116
Gr: 6-8 | 16 students Minority enrollment: 75%
545 East 19th St
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 226-4227
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 226-4227
Gr: PK-6 | 269 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Children's Bureau (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
02115 N Central Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 808-333
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 808-333
Gr: 2-6 | 6 students Minority enrollment: 67%
Community Academy (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
1301 E 16th St
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 226-3961
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 226-3961
Gr: 9-12 | 33 students Minority enrollment: 85%
1140 Dr M Luther King Jr St
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 226-2800
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 226-2800
Gr: 6-8 | 323 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Horizon Middle School (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
1401 E 10th St
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 226-4297
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 226-4297
Gr: 6-8 | 80 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
1145 E 22nd St
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 653-4009
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 653-4009
Gr: K-6 | 148 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
1145 East 22nd St
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 608-0210
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 608-0210
Gr: K-8 | 311 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Julian Center (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
2011 N Meridian St
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 920-9320
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 920-9320
Gr: 2 | 1 student
The Learning Center (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
1301 E 16th St
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 226-3961
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 226-3961
Gr: 7-9 | 26 students Minority enrollment: 77%
New Beginnings High School (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
1840 N Meridian
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 226-4350
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 226-4350
Gr: 9-12 | 188 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Urban Act Academy (Closed 2023)
Charter School
1250 E Market Street
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 226-4214
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 226-4214
Gr: K-8 | 298 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 46202, IN?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 46202, IN include Paramount Cottage Home, Center For Inquiry School 2 and Paramount Online Academy.
How many public elementary schools are located in 46202?
8 public elementary schools are located in 46202.
What is the racial composition of students in 46202?
46202 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public elementary schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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