Best 46260 Indiana Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,586 students in 46260, IN (there are 8 private schools, serving 1,842 private students). 57% of all K-12 students in 46260, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 46260, IN are Willow Lake Elementary School, Greenbriar Elementary School and Spring Mill Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 46260 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 46260, IN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best 46260, IN Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Willow Lake Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
7535 Harcourt Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46260
(317) 280-3701
Gr: K-5 | 739 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #22.
Greenbriar Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
8201 N Ditch Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46260
(317) 259-5445
Gr: K-5 | 509 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #33.
Spring Mill Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
8250 Springmill Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46260
(317) 259-5462
Gr: K-5 | 529 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #44.
Westlane Middle School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1301 W 73rd St
Indianapolis, IN 46260
(317) 259-5412
Gr: 6-8 | 754 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: n/an/a
Girls In Stem Academy
Charter School
6602 Hoover Rd.
Indianapolis, IN 46260
(317) 519-4588
Gr: K-6 | 55 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 86%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 46260, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in 46260, IN include Willow Lake Elementary School, Greenbriar Elementary School and Spring Mill Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 46260?
5 public schools are located in 46260.
What percentage of students in 46260 go to public school?
57% of all K-12 students in 46260 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 46260?
46260 public schools minority enrollment is 85% 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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