For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 5,019 students in 46236, IN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 46236, IN are Forest Glen Elementary School, Amy Beverland Elementary School and Oaklandon Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 46236 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 46236, IN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public elementary school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46236, IN Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Forest Glen Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6333 Lee Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46236
(317) 964-4900
Indianapolis, IN 46236
(317) 964-4900
Gr: PK-6 | 971 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #22.
Amy Beverland Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
11650 Fox Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46236
(317) 964-4000
Indianapolis, IN 46236
(317) 964-4000
Gr: 1-6 | 800 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #33.
Oaklandon Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6702 Oaklandon Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46236
(317) 964-4800
Indianapolis, IN 46236
(317) 964-4800
Gr: 1-6 | 507 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #44.
Sunnyside Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6345 Sunnyside Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46236
(317) 964-4500
Indianapolis, IN 46236
(317) 964-4500
Gr: K-6 | 714 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #55.
Indian Creek Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
10833 E 56th St
Indianapolis, IN 46236
(317) 964-4400
Indianapolis, IN 46236
(317) 964-4400
Gr: 1-6 | 712 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Phalen At Francis Scott Key 103
Charter School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3920 Baker Dr
Indianapolis, IN 46236
(317) 226-4103
Indianapolis, IN 46236
(317) 226-4103
Gr: PK-6 | 689 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Winding Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
11825 E 46th St
Indianapolis, IN 46236
(317) 964-6800
Indianapolis, IN 46236
(317) 964-6800
Gr: 1-6 | 626 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 46236, IN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 46236, IN include Forest Glen Elementary School, Amy Beverland Elementary School and Oaklandon Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 46236?
7 public elementary schools are located in 46236.
What is the racial composition of students in 46236?
46236 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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