For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 3,621 students in 46163, IN (there are 2 private schools, serving 287 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 46163, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public schools in 46163, IN are New Palestine Elementary School, Sugar Creek Elementary School and New Palestine Intermediate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 46163 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 46163, IN have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46163, IN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
New Palestine Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4801 S 500 W
New Palestine, IN 46163
(317) 861-5287
New Palestine, IN 46163
(317) 861-5287
Gr: PK-4 | 579 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Sugar Creek Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2337 S 600 W
New Palestine, IN 46163
(317) 861-6747
New Palestine, IN 46163
(317) 861-6747
Gr: PK-4 | 577 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #33.
New Palestine Intermediate School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5613 W 200 South
New Palestine, IN 46163
(317) 861-4463
New Palestine, IN 46163
(317) 861-4463
Gr: 5-6 | 605 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #44.
New Palestine Jr High School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2279 S 600 W
New Palestine, IN 46163
(317) 861-4487
New Palestine, IN 46163
(317) 861-4487
Gr: 7-8 | 606 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #55.
New Palestine High School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4485 S Victory Dr
New Palestine, IN 46163
(317) 861-4417
New Palestine, IN 46163
(317) 861-4417
Gr: 9-12 | 1,254 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 46163, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in 46163, IN include New Palestine Elementary School, Sugar Creek Elementary School and New Palestine Intermediate School.
How many public schools are located in 46163?
5 public schools are located in 46163.
What percentage of students in 46163 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 46163 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 46163?
46163 public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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