For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public middle schools serving 1,984 students in 46221, IN.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 46221, IN are Edison School Of The Arts 47, Decatur Middle School and Decatur Twp School For Excellence. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 46221 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Indiana public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 46221, IN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public middle school average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46221, IN Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
Decatur Middle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5108 S High School Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46221
(317) 856-5274
Indianapolis, IN 46221
(317) 856-5274
Gr: 7-8 | 1,000 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #33.
Decatur Twp School For Excellence
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 20-29% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5106 S High School Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46221
(317) 856-0900
Indianapolis, IN 46221
(317) 856-0900
Gr: 7-12
Rank: #44.
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%
46221, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
777 S White River Pkwy W Dr
Indianapolis, IN 46221
(317) 226-4992
Indianapolis, IN 46221
(317) 226-4992
Gr: K-5 | 204 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
777 S White River Pkwy W Dr
Indianapolis, IN 46221
(317) 226-4247
Indianapolis, IN 46221
(317) 226-4247
Gr: 9-12 | 59 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1
777 S White River Pkwy W Dr
Indianapolis, IN 46221
(317) 226-4992
Indianapolis, IN 46221
(317) 226-4992
Gr: 6-8 | 146 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 46221, IN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 46221, IN include Edison School Of The Arts 47, Decatur Middle School and Decatur Twp School For Excellence.
How many public middle schools are located in 46221?
4 public middle schools are located in 46221.
What is the racial composition of students in 46221?
46221 public middle schools minority enrollment is 67% 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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