For the 2024 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,888 students in 46208, IN (there are 7 private schools, serving 1,166 private students). 62% of all K-12 students in 46208, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in 46208, IN are Shortridge High School, George Washington Carver School 87 and James Whitcomb Riley School 43. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 46208 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Indiana public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 46208, IN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public school average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46208, IN Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Shortridge High School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3401 N Meridian
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 226-2810
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 226-2810
Grades: 9-12
| 1,024 students
Rank: #22.
George Washington Carver School 87
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2411 Indpls Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 226-4287
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 226-4287
Grades: PK-8
| 403 students
Rank: #33.
James Whitcomb Riley School 43
(Math: 2% | Reading: 8%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
150 W 40th St
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 226-4243
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 226-4243
Grades: PK-8
| 341 students
Rank: n/an/a
Believe Circle City High School
Charter School
2540 North Capitol Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 296-1954
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 296-1954
Grades: 9-11
| 120 students
46208, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Carpe Diem - Meridian Campus (Closed 2018)
Charter School
2240 N Meridian St
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 921-7497
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 921-7497
Grades: 6-12
| 137 students
1002 W 25th St
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 226-4242
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 226-4242
Grades: PK-12
| n/a students
Fall Creek Academy (Closed 2016)
Charter School
2540 N Capitol Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 536-1026
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 536-1026
Grades: 6-12
| 186 students
Flanner House Elementary School (Charter) (Closed 2016)
Charter School
2424 Dr Martin Luther King Jr
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 925-4231
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 925-4231
Grades: K-6
| n/a students
Flanner House Higher Learning Inc (Closed 2006)
Charter School
2424 Dr Martin Luther King Jr
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 925-4231
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 925-4231
Grades: 9-12
| 126 students
2411 Indianapolis Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 226-4287
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 226-4287
Grades: K-6
| n/a students
3401 N Meridian St
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 226-2810
Indianapolis, IN 46208
(317) 226-2810
Grades: 6-8
| 343 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 46208, IN?
The top ranked public schools in 46208, IN include Shortridge High School, George Washington Carver School 87 and James Whitcomb Riley School 43.
How many public schools are located in 46208, IN?
4 public schools are located in 46208, IN.
What percentage of students in 46208, IN go to public school?
62% of all K-12 students in 46208, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 46208, IN?
46208, IN public schools minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public schools average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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