For the 2026-27 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 5,030 students in 46241, IN (there are 2 private schools, serving 152 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 46241, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public schools in 46241, IN are Ben Davis University High School, Mcclelland Elementary School and Lynhurst 7th & 8th Grade Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 46241 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 46241, IN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46241, IN Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ben Davis University High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1155 S High School Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46241
(317) 988-7800
Indianapolis, IN 46241
(317) 988-7800
Gr: 10-12 | 375 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #22.
Mcclelland Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6740 W Morris
Indianapolis, IN 46241
(317) 988-8000
Indianapolis, IN 46241
(317) 988-8000
Gr: PK-6 | 809 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #33.
Lynhurst 7th & 8th Grade Center
(Math: 16% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2805 S Lynhurst
Indianapolis, IN 46241
(317) 988-8100
Indianapolis, IN 46241
(317) 988-8100
Gr: 7-8 | 1,135 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #44.
Stout Field Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3820 W Bradbury
Indianapolis, IN 46241
(317) 988-6800
Indianapolis, IN 46241
(317) 988-6800
Gr: PK-6 | 617 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #55.
Damar Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5125 Decatur Blvd Ste D
Indianapolis, IN 46241
(317) 455-2400
Indianapolis, IN 46241
(317) 455-2400
Gr: K-12 | 180 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #66.
Rhoades Elementary School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
502 S Auburn St
Indianapolis, IN 46241
(317) 988-6700
Indianapolis, IN 46241
(317) 988-6700
Gr: PK-6 | 617 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #77.
Maplewood Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1643 Dunlap Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46241
(317) 988-6600
Indianapolis, IN 46241
(317) 988-6600
Gr: PK-6 | 714 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: n/an/a
4640 Santa Fe Dr
Indianapolis, IN 46241
(317) 243-7559
Indianapolis, IN 46241
(317) 243-7559
Gr: PK-6 | 583 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
46241, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1155 S High Sch Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46241
(317) 244-2438
Indianapolis, IN 46241
(317) 244-2438
Gr: 7-9 | 1,309 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
5125 Decatur Blvd
Indianapolis, IN 46241
(317) 856-0900
Indianapolis, IN 46241
(317) 856-0900
Gr: 7-12
4640 Santa Fe Dr
Indianapolis, IN 46241
(317) 243-7559
Indianapolis, IN 46241
(317) 243-7559
Gr: 1-4
Sanders School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
4730 West Gadsden
Indianapolis, IN 46241
(317) 244-7658
Indianapolis, IN 46241
(317) 244-7658
Gr: PK-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 46241, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in 46241, IN include Ben Davis University High School, Mcclelland Elementary School and Lynhurst 7th & 8th Grade Center.
How many public schools are located in 46241?
8 public schools are located in 46241.
What percentage of students in 46241 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 46241 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 46241?
46241 public schools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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