For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public middle schools serving 1,543 students in 46202, IN.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 46202, IN are Paramount Online Academy, Phalen Leadership Academy - In Inc and Global Preparatory Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 46202 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Indiana public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 19% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 46202, IN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public middle school average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46202, IN Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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 | 163 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #22.
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 | 247 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #33.
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: K-8 | 742 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #44.
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 | 391 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
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 middle schools in 46202, IN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 46202, IN include Paramount Online Academy, Phalen Leadership Academy - In Inc and Global Preparatory Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 46202?
4 public middle schools are located in 46202.
What is the racial composition of students in 46202?
46202 public middle schools minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public middle schools average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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