For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,504 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 27% (versus the Indiana public middle school average of 32%), 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 67% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public middle school average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46227, IN Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: 7-8 | 1,304 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
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
Gr: PK-12 | 200 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
46227, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
4065 Asbury St
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 226-4265
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 226-4265
Gr: PK-6 | 150 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
3919 Madison Ave Ste 100
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 536-1028
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 536-1028
Gr: 6-12 | 179 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
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 67% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public middle schools average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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