For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public middle schools serving 2,875 students in 46226, IN.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 46226, IN are The Nature School Of Central Indiana, Geo Next Generation Academy and Belzer Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 46226 have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the Indiana public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 46226, IN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public middle school average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46226, IN Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
The Nature School Of Central Indiana
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6102 Boy Scout Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46226
(317) 721-7282
Indianapolis, IN 46226
(317) 721-7282
Gr: K-8 | 175 students Student-teacher ratio: 29:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
Geo Next Generation Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4010 N Sherman Drive
Indianapolis, IN 46226
(317) 608-6220
Indianapolis, IN 46226
(317) 608-6220
Gr: 8-12
Rank: #33.
Belzer Middle School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
7555 E 56th St
Indianapolis, IN 46226
(317) 964-6200
Indianapolis, IN 46226
(317) 964-6200
Gr: 7-8 | 1,119 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #44.
Hoosier College And Career Academy
Charter School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5650 Caito Drive
Indianapolis, IN 46226
(317) 495-6494
Indianapolis, IN 46226
(317) 495-6494
Gr: 7-12 | 1,484 students Student-teacher ratio: 40:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: n/an/a
Circle City Preparatory Middle School
Charter School
4002 N. Franklin Rd.
Indianapolis, IN 46226
(317) 643-4209
Indianapolis, IN 46226
(317) 643-4209
Gr: 6-8 | 97 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 46226, IN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 46226, IN include The Nature School Of Central Indiana, Geo Next Generation Academy and Belzer Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 46226?
5 public middle schools are located in 46226.
What is the racial composition of students in 46226?
46226 public middle schools minority enrollment is 58% 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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