For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,004 students in 46208, IN (there are 7 private schools, serving 1,174 private students). 72% of all K-12 students in 46208, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public schools in 46208, IN are George Washington Carver School 87 - A Montessori School, Believe Circle City High School and Herron-riverside High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 46208 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 46208, IN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46208, IN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
George Washington Carver School 87 - A Montessori School
Magnet School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2411 Indpls Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 226-4287
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 226-4287
Gr: PK-5 | 246 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #22.
Believe Circle City High School
Charter School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2540 North Capitol Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 296-1954
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 296-1954
Gr: 9-12 | 269 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #33.
Herron-riverside High School
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3010 N. White River Parkway Ea
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 231-0010
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 231-0010
Gr: 9-12 | 388 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #44.
Shortridge High School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3401 N Meridian
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 226-2810
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 226-2810
Gr: 9-12 | 1,206 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #55.
James Whitcomb Riley School 43
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
150 W 40th St
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 226-4243
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 226-4243
Gr: PK-5 | 240 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: n/an/a
Herron Preparatory Academy
Charter School
3100 N. Meridian
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 231-0010
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 231-0010
Gr: K-8 | 428 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: n/an/a
Liberty Grove Schools
Charter School
1002 W. 25th Street
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 226-3807
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 226-3807
Gr: K-6 | 227 students Minority enrollment: 99%
46208, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2240 N Meridian St
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 921-7497
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 921-7497
Gr: 6-12 | 137 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
2540 N Capitol Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 536-1026
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 536-1026
Gr: 6-12 | 186 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Flanner House Elementary School (Charter) (Closed 2016)
Charter School
2424 Dr Martin Luther King Jr
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 925-4231
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 925-4231
Gr: K-6
2424 Dr Martin Luther King Jr
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 925-4231
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 925-4231
Gr: 9-12 | 126 students Minority enrollment: 90%
2411 Indianapolis Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 226-4287
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 226-4287
Gr: K-6
3401 N Meridian St
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 226-2810
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 226-2810
Gr: 6-8 | 343 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 46208, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in 46208, IN include George Washington Carver School 87 - A Montessori School, Believe Circle City High School and Herron-riverside High School.
How many public schools are located in 46208?
7 public schools are located in 46208.
What percentage of students in 46208 go to public school?
72% of all K-12 students in 46208 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 46208?
46208 public schools minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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