For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,975 students in 46201, IN.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 46201, IN are Paramount Brookside and H. L. Harshman Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 46201 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Indiana public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 46201, IN have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Indiana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public middle school average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46201, IN Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Paramount Brookside
Charter School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3020 Nowland Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46201
(317) 775-6660
Indianapolis, IN 46201
(317) 775-6660
Gr: K-8 | 843 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #22.
H. L. Harshman Middle School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1501 E 10th St
Indianapolis, IN 46201
(317) 226-4101
Indianapolis, IN 46201
(317) 226-4101
Gr: 6-8 | 509 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: n/an/a
1115 Broad Ripple Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46201
(317) 693-5700
Indianapolis, IN 46201
(317) 693-5700
Gr: 6-8 | 623 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 46201, IN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 46201, IN include Paramount Brookside and H. L. Harshman Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 46201?
3 public middle schools are located in 46201.
What is the racial composition of students in 46201?
46201 public middle schools minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public middle schools average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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