For the 2024 school year, there are 14 public schools serving 9,584 students in 46227, IN (there are 11 private schools, serving 3,429 private students). 74% of all K-12 students in 46227, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in 46227, IN are Douglas Macarthur Elementary School, William Henry Burkhart Elementary School and The Hope - Inc.. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 46227 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Indiana public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 46227, IN have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public school average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46227, IN Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Douglas Macarthur Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
454 E Stop 11 Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-2500
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-2500
Grades: PK-5
| 853 students
Rank: #22.
William Henry Burkhart Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5701 Brill Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-3600
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-3600
Grades: PK-5
| 681 students
Rank: #33.
The Hope - Inc.
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3919 Madison Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 572-9440
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 572-9440
Grades: 9-12
| 29 students
Rank: #44.
Jeremiah Gray Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5225 Gray Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-4300
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-4300
Grades: PK-5
| 531 students
Rank: #55.
Homecroft Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1551 E Southview Dr
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-3500
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-3500
Grades: PK-5
| 607 students
Rank: #66.
Southport 6th Grade Academy
(Math: 37% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5715 S Keystone Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-1400
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-1400
Grades: 6
| 583 students
Rank: #77.
Southport Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
261 E Anniston Dr
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-3300
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-3300
Grades: PK-5
| 636 students
Rank: #88.
Southport Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5715 S Keystone
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-4600
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-4600
Grades: 7-8
| 1,190 students
Rank: #99.
Raymond F Brandes School 65
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4065 Asbury St
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 226-4265
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 226-4265
Grades: PK-6
| 196 students
Rank: #1010.
Winchester Village Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1900 E Stop 12 Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-2700
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-2700
Grades: PK-5
| 598 students
Rank: #1111.
Southport High School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
971 E Banta Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-4800
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-4800
Grades: 9-12
| 2,391 students
Rank: #1212.
Clinton Young Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5740 Mcfarland Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-3400
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-3400
Grades: PK-5
| 788 students
Rank: #1313.
Southside Sp Srvs Of Marion County
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5391 S Shelby St
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-1675
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-1675
Grades: K-12
| 141 students
Rank: n/an/a
Excel Center - University Heights
Charter School
3919 Madison Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 524-4420
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 524-4420
Grades: 11-12
| 360 students
46227, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
University Heights Preparatory Acd (Closed 2016)
Charter School
3919 Madison Ave Ste 100
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 536-1028
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 536-1028
Grades: 6-12
| 179 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 46227, IN?
The top ranked public schools in 46227, IN include Douglas Macarthur Elementary School, William Henry Burkhart Elementary School and The Hope - Inc..
How many public schools are located in 46227, IN?
14 public schools are located in 46227, IN.
What percentage of students in 46227, IN go to public school?
74% of all K-12 students in 46227, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 46227, IN?
46227, IN public schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public schools average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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