For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 5,917 students in 46239, IN (there are 3 private schools, serving 489 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 46239, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 46239, IN are Thompson Crossing Elementary School, Edgewood Intermediate School and Lowell Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 46239 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 46239, IN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46239, IN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Thompson Crossing Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7525 E Thompson Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46239
(317) 860-4600
Indianapolis, IN 46239
(317) 860-4600
Gr: K-3 | 568 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #22.
Edgewood Intermediate School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
7620 Edgewood
Indianapolis, IN 46239
(317) 803-5024
Indianapolis, IN 46239
(317) 803-5024
Gr: 4-6 | 1,300 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #33.
Lowell Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2150 Hunter Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46239
(317) 532-3900
Indianapolis, IN 46239
(317) 532-3900
Gr: K-4 | 466 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #44.
Raymond Park Intermediate & Middle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
8575 E Raymond St
Indianapolis, IN 46239
(317) 532-8900
Indianapolis, IN 46239
(317) 532-8900
Gr: 5-8 | 1,079 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
Grassy Creek Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
10330 E Prospect St
Indianapolis, IN 46239
(317) 532-3100
Indianapolis, IN 46239
(317) 532-3100
Gr: K-4 | 516 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
Liberty Park Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
8425 E Raymond
Indianapolis, IN 46239
(317) 532-1850
Indianapolis, IN 46239
(317) 532-1850
Gr: K-4 | 443 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #77.
Creston Intermediate & Middle School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
10925 E Prospect St
Indianapolis, IN 46239
(317) 532-6800
Indianapolis, IN 46239
(317) 532-6800
Gr: 5-8 | 1,106 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: n/an/a
5120 Senour Rd.
Indianapolis, IN 46239
(317) 803-5300
Indianapolis, IN 46239
(317) 803-5300
Gr: PK-3 | 439 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 46239, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in 46239, IN include Thompson Crossing Elementary School, Edgewood Intermediate School and Lowell Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 46239?
8 public schools are located in 46239.
What percentage of students in 46239 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 46239 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 46239?
46239 public schools minority enrollment is 69% 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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