For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,378 students in 46227, IN.
The top ranked public middle schools in 46227, IN are Southport Middle School and Rise Learning Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 46227 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Indiana public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 46227, IN have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public middle school average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 46227, IN Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
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
| 1,210 students
Rank: #22.
Rise Learning Center
(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: PK-12
| 168 students
46227, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
4065 Asbury St
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 226-4265
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 226-4265
Grades: PK-6
| 150 students
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 middle schools in 46227, IN?
The top ranked public middle schools in 46227, IN include Southport Middle School and Rise Learning Center.
How many public middle schools are located in 46227?
2 public middle schools are located in 46227.
What is the racial composition of students in 46227?
46227 public middle schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public middle schools average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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