For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,652 students in 46201, IN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 46201, IN are Paramount Brookside, Theodore Potter School 74 and Christian Park School 82. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 46201 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 46201, IN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public elementary school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46201, IN Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Paramount Brookside
Charter School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3020 Nowland Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46201
(317) 775-6660
Indianapolis, IN 46201
(317) 775-6660
Gr: K-8 | 856 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #22.
Theodore Potter School 74
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1601 E 10th St
Indianapolis, IN 46201
(317) 226-4274
Indianapolis, IN 46201
(317) 226-4274
Gr: K-6 | 251 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #33.
Christian Park School 82
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4700 English Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46201
(317) 226-4282
Indianapolis, IN 46201
(317) 226-4282
Gr: PK-6 | 298 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #44.
Thomas D Gregg School 15
(Math: 14% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2302 E Michigan St
Indianapolis, IN 46201
(317) 226-4215
Indianapolis, IN 46201
(317) 226-4215
Gr: PK-6 | 570 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #55.
Brookside School 54
(Math: 12% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3150 E 10th St
Indianapolis, IN 46201
(317) 226-4254
Indianapolis, IN 46201
(317) 226-4254
Gr: PK-6 | 415 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #66.
Ralph Waldo Emerson School 58
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
321 N Linwood Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46201
(317) 226-4258
Indianapolis, IN 46201
(317) 226-4258
Gr: PK-6 | 262 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
46201, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2815 English Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46201
(317) 226-4221
Indianapolis, IN 46201
(317) 226-4221
Gr: K-5 | 404 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
3734 E Vermont St
Indianapolis, IN 46201
(317) 226-4278
Indianapolis, IN 46201
(317) 226-4278
Gr: K-6 | 385 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
4900 Julian Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46201
(317) 217-1980
Indianapolis, IN 46201
(317) 217-1980
Gr: 7-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 46201, IN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 46201, IN include Paramount Brookside, Theodore Potter School 74 and Christian Park School 82.
How many public elementary schools are located in 46201?
6 public elementary schools are located in 46201.
What is the racial composition of students in 46201?
46201 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public elementary schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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