For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 8,718 students in 46214, IN (there are 2 private schools, serving 421 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 46214, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 46214, IN are Ben Davis Ninth Grade Center, Westlake Elementary School and Chapelwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 46214 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 46214, IN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46214, IN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ben Davis Ninth Grade Center
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: ≤5% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1150 N Girls School Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46214
(317) 988-7500
Indianapolis, IN 46214
(317) 988-7500
Gr: 9 | 1,243 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #22.
Westlake Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
271 N Sigsbee St
Indianapolis, IN 46214
(317) 988-6900
Indianapolis, IN 46214
(317) 988-6900
Gr: PK-6 | 736 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #33.
Chapelwood Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1129 N Girls Sch Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46214
(317) 988-6400
Indianapolis, IN 46214
(317) 988-6400
Gr: PK-6 | 776 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #44.
Ben Davis High School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1200 N Girls Sch Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46214
(317) 988-7000
Indianapolis, IN 46214
(317) 988-7000
Gr: 10-12 | 3,315 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #55.
Chapel Hill 7th & 8th Grade Center
(Math: 14% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7320 W 10th St
Indianapolis, IN 46214
(317) 988-8800
Indianapolis, IN 46214
(317) 988-8800
Gr: 7-8 | 1,143 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #66.
North Wayne Elementary School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6950 W 34th St
Indianapolis, IN 46214
(317) 988-6100
Indianapolis, IN 46214
(317) 988-6100
Gr: PK-6 | 837 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: n/an/a
Area 31 Career & Tech Center
Vocational School
1200 N High School Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46214
(317) 988-7230
Indianapolis, IN 46214
(317) 988-7230
Gr: 6-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 46214, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in 46214, IN include Ben Davis Ninth Grade Center, Westlake Elementary School and Chapelwood Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 46214?
8 public schools are located in 46214.
What percentage of students in 46214 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 46214 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 46214?
46214 public schools minority enrollment is 82% 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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