For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,907 students in 46953, IN (there are 2 private schools, serving 224 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 46953, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 46953, IN are Eastbrook Middle School, Eastbrook High School and Frances Slocum Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 46953 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 46953, IN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46953, IN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Eastbrook Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
560 S 900 E
Marion, IN 46953
(765) 668-7136
Marion, IN 46953
(765) 668-7136
Gr: 6-8 | 358 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Eastbrook High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
560 S 900 E
Marion, IN 46953
(765) 664-1214
Marion, IN 46953
(765) 664-1214
Gr: 9-12 | 524 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #33.
Frances Slocum Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2909 S Torrence St
Marion, IN 46953
(765) 664-0589
Marion, IN 46953
(765) 664-0589
Gr: PK-4 | 473 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #44.
Marion High School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
750 W 26th St
Marion, IN 46953
(765) 664-9051
Marion, IN 46953
(765) 664-9051
Gr: 9-12 | 1,058 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #55.
John L Mcculloch Junior High School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3528 S Washington St
Marion, IN 46953
(765) 674-6917
Marion, IN 46953
(765) 674-6917
Gr: 7-8 | 455 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: n/an/a
Excel Center - Grant County
Charter School
1412 S. Western Avenue
Marion, IN 46953
(765) 787-1875
Marion, IN 46953
(765) 787-1875
Gr: 9-12 | 39 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: n/an/a
Grant Regional Career Center
Vocational School
750 W 26th St
Marion, IN 46953
(765) 664-9051
Marion, IN 46953
(765) 664-9051
Gr: 6-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 46953, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in 46953, IN include Eastbrook Middle School, Eastbrook High School and Frances Slocum Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 46953?
7 public schools are located in 46953.
What percentage of students in 46953 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 46953 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 46953?
46953 public schools minority enrollment is 43% 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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