For the 2026-27 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 3,063 students in 46240, IN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 46240, IN are Clearwater Elementary School, Nora Elementary School and Northview Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 46240 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 46240, IN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public elementary school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46240, IN Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Clearwater Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3575 E 79th Street
Indianapolis, IN 46240
(317) 259-5465
Indianapolis, IN 46240
(317) 259-5465
Gr: K-5 | 750 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #22.
Nora Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1000 E 91st St
Indianapolis, IN 46240
(317) 844-5436
Indianapolis, IN 46240
(317) 844-5436
Gr: PK-5 | 544 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #33.
Northview Middle School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8401 Westfield Blvd
Indianapolis, IN 46240
(317) 259-5421
Indianapolis, IN 46240
(317) 259-5421
Gr: 6-8 | 1,019 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #44.
In Math & Science Academy - North
Charter School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7435 N Keystone Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46240
(317) 259-7300
Indianapolis, IN 46240
(317) 259-7300
Gr: K-12 | 657 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #55.
In School For The Blind & Vis Imprd
Special Education School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 20-29% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7725 N College Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46240
(317) 253-1481
Indianapolis, IN 46240
(317) 253-1481
Gr: PK-12 | 93 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: n/an/a
J Everett Light Career Center
Vocational School
1901 E 86th St
Indianapolis, IN 46240
(317) 259-5265
Indianapolis, IN 46240
(317) 259-5265
Gr: 6-12
46240, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
500 East 96th St Suite 400
Indianapolis, IN 46240
(317) 660-9267
Indianapolis, IN 46240
(317) 660-9267
Gr: 9-12 | 6,266 students Student-teacher ratio: 121:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
500 East 96th Street Ste 400
Indianapolis, IN 46240
(317) 581-5355
Indianapolis, IN 46240
(317) 581-5355
Gr: 6-12 | 984 students Student-teacher ratio: 62:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
3575 E 79th St
Indianapolis, IN 46240
(317) 576-6960
Indianapolis, IN 46240
(317) 576-6960
Gr: PK-K | 280 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 46240, IN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 46240, IN include Clearwater Elementary School, Nora Elementary School and Northview Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 46240?
6 public elementary schools are located in 46240.
What is the racial composition of students in 46240?
46240 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 72% 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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