Best 46208 Indiana Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,863 students in 46208, IN.
The top-ranked public high schools in 46208, IN are Believe Circle City High School, Herron-riverside High School and Shortridge High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 46208 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Indiana public high school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 46% statewide average). High schools in 46208, IN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 46208 have a Graduation Rate of 76%, which is less than the Indiana average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Herron-riverside High School, with 80-84% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Indiana or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public high school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best 46208, IN Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Believe Circle City High School
Charter School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
2540 North Capitol Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 296-1954
Gr: 9-12 | 269 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
Herron-riverside High School
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
3010 N. White River Parkway Ea
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 231-0010
Gr: 9-12 | 388 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #33.
Shortridge High School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
3401 N Meridian
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 226-2810
Gr: 9-12 | 1,206 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 86%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 46208, IN?
The top-ranked public high schools in 46208, IN include Believe Circle City High School, Herron-riverside High School and Shortridge High School.
How many public high schools are located in 46208?
3 public high schools are located in 46208.
What is the racial composition of students in 46208?
46208 public high schools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public high schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).

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