Best 46218 Indiana Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,642 students in 46218, IN (there are 6 private schools, serving 587 private students). 82% of all K-12 students in 46218, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 46218, IN are Kipp Indy Unite Elementary School, Kipp Indy Legacy High School and Anna Brochhausen School 88 - A Stem School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 46218 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 10% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 46218, IN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best 46218, IN Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kipp Indy Unite Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 8%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1740 E 30th St
Indianapolis, IN 46218
(317) 547-5477
Gr: K-5 | 721 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Kipp Indy Legacy High School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
2255 N Ralston Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46218
(317) 547-5477
Gr: 9-12 | 349 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #33.
Anna Brochhausen School 88 - A Stem School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
5801 E 16th St
Indianapolis, IN 46218
(317) 226-4288
Gr: PK-5 | 326 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #44.
Kipp Indy College Prep Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1740 E 30th St
Indianapolis, IN 46218
(317) 547-5477
Gr: 6-8 | 372 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #55.
James Russell Lowell School 51 - A Montessori School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
3426 Roosevelt Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46218
(317) 226-4251
Gr: PK-5 | 363 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #66.
Sankofa School Of Success At Arlington Woods School 99
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
5801 E 30th St
Indianapolis, IN 46218
(317) 226-4299
Gr: PK-6 | 361 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: n/an/a
Rooted School Indianapolis
Charter School
5750 E 30th St
Indianapolis, IN 46218
(317) 606-3500
Gr: 7-12 | 150 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 98%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 46218, IN?
How many public schools are located in 46218?
7 public schools are located in 46218.
What percentage of students in 46218 go to public school?
82% of all K-12 students in 46218 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 46218?
46218 public schools minority enrollment is 96% 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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