For the 2026 school year, there are 15 public schools serving 9,376 students in 46227, IN (there are 10 private schools, serving 3,432 private students). 74% of all K-12 students in 46227, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 46227, IN are Douglas Macarthur Elementary School, William Henry Burkhart Elementary School and The Hope Academy - Inc.. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 46227 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 46227, IN have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46227, IN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Douglas Macarthur Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
454 E Stop 11 Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-2500
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-2500
Gr: 1-5 | 579 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #22.
William Henry Burkhart Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5701 Brill Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-3600
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-3600
Gr: 1-5 | 449 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #33.
The Hope Academy - Inc.
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3919 Madison Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 572-9440
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 572-9440
Gr: 9-12 | 31 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #44.
Jeremiah Gray Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5225 Gray Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-4300
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-4300
Gr: 1-5 | 591 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #55.
Southport Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
261 E Anniston Dr
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-3300
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-3300
Gr: 1-5 | 450 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #66.
Homecroft Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1551 E Southview Dr
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-3500
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-3500
Gr: 1-5 | 493 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #77.
Southport 6th Grade Academy
(Math: 36% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5715 S Keystone Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-1400
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-1400
Gr: 6 | 643 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #88.
Southport Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5715 S Keystone
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-4600
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-4600
Gr: 7-8 | 1,304 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #99.
Winchester Village Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1900 E Stop 12 Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-2700
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-2700
Gr: 1-5 | 546 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #1010.
Southport High School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
971 E Banta Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-4800
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-4800
Gr: 9-12 | 2,431 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #1111.
Clinton Young Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5740 Mcfarland Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-3400
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-3400
Gr: 1-5 | 595 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #1212.
Rise Learning Center
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5391 S Shelby St
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-1675
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-1675
Gr: PK-12 | 200 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: n/an/a
454 E. Stop 11 Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-3771
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-3771
Gr: PK-K | 273 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: n/an/a
Excel Center - University Heights
Charter School
3919 Madison Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 524-4420
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 524-4420
Gr: 9-12 | 432 students Student-teacher ratio: 36:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: n/an/a
1551 E. Southview Dr.
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-3771
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 789-3771
Gr: PK-K | 359 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 46227, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in 46227, IN include Douglas Macarthur Elementary School, William Henry Burkhart Elementary School and The Hope Academy - Inc..
How many public schools are located in 46227?
15 public schools are located in 46227.
What percentage of students in 46227 go to public school?
74% of all K-12 students in 46227 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 46227?
46227 public schools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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