For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,578 students in 46235, IN (there are 1 private school, serving 92 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 46235, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 46235, IN are Andrew J Brown Academy, James & Rosemary Phalen Leadership Academy Middle School and James And Rosemary Phalen Leadership Academy High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 46235 have an average math proficiency score of 6% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 15% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 46235, 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 46235, IN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Andrew J Brown Academy
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3600 N German Church Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46235
(317) 891-0730
Indianapolis, IN 46235
(317) 891-0730
Gr: K-8 | 435 students Student-teacher ratio: 31:1
Rank: #22.
James & Rosemary Phalen Leadership Academy Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4352 Mitthoeffer Road
Indianapolis, IN 46235
(317) 552-1600
Indianapolis, IN 46235
(317) 552-1600
Gr: 7-8 | 296 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Rank: #33.
James And Rosemary Phalen Leadership Academy High School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4352 Mitthoeffer Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46235
(317) 552-1600
Indianapolis, IN 46235
(317) 552-1600
Gr: 9-12 | 587 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 46235, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in 46235, IN include Andrew J Brown Academy, James & Rosemary Phalen Leadership Academy Middle School and James And Rosemary Phalen Leadership Academy High School.
How many public schools are located in 46235?
4 public schools are located in 46235.
What percentage of students in 46235 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 46235 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 46235?
46235 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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