For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 3,769 students in 46221, IN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 46221, IN are Blue Academy, Gold Academy and Edison School Of The Arts 47. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 46221 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 46221, IN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public elementary school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46221, IN Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Blue Academy
(Math: 33% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5650 Mann Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46221
(317) 856-4100
Indianapolis, IN 46221
(317) 856-4100
Gr: K-6 | 687 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #22.
Gold Academy
(Math: 27% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5650 Mann Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46221
(317) 856-0400
Indianapolis, IN 46221
(317) 856-0400
Gr: K-6 | 529 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #33.
Edison School Of The Arts 47
Magnet School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
777 White River Pkwy W Drive
Indianapolis, IN 46221
(317) 226-4992
Indianapolis, IN 46221
(317) 226-4992
Gr: K-8 | 617 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #44.
Valley Mills Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5101 S High School Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46221
(317) 856-6363
Indianapolis, IN 46221
(317) 856-6363
Gr: K-6 | 554 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #55.
Stephen Decatur Elementary School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3425 S Foltz St
Indianapolis, IN 46221
(317) 241-0183
Indianapolis, IN 46221
(317) 241-0183
Gr: K-6 | 496 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #66.
William Penn Middle School - A Stem School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1720 W Wilkins St
Indianapolis, IN 46221
(317) 226-4249
Indianapolis, IN 46221
(317) 226-4249
Gr: 6-8 | 367 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #77.
Daniel Webster School 46 - An Exploratory School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1450 S Reisner
Indianapolis, IN 46221
(317) 226-4246
Indianapolis, IN 46221
(317) 226-4246
Gr: PK-5 | 416 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: n/an/a
5106 South High School Road
Indianapolis, IN 46221
(317) 856-5265
Indianapolis, IN 46221
(317) 856-5265
Gr: 3-6 | 103 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 46221, IN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 46221, IN include Blue Academy, Gold Academy and Edison School Of The Arts 47.
How many public elementary schools are located in 46221?
8 public elementary schools are located in 46221.
What is the racial composition of students in 46221?
46221 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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