For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,055 students in 46218, IN.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 46218, IN are Kipp Indy College Prep Middle School and James Russell Lowell School 51. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 46218 have an average math proficiency score of 5% (versus the Indiana public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 12% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 46218, IN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public middle school average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 46218, IN Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kipp Indy College Prep Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1740 E 30th St
Indianapolis, IN 46218
(317) 547-5477
Indianapolis, IN 46218
(317) 547-5477
Gr: 6-8 | 369 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #22.
James Russell Lowell School 51
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3426 Roosevelt Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46218
(317) 226-4251
Indianapolis, IN 46218
(317) 226-4251
Gr: PK-7 | 528 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: n/an/a
Rooted School Indianapolis
Charter School
5750 E 30th St
Indianapolis, IN 46218
(317) 606-3500
Indianapolis, IN 46218
(317) 606-3500
Gr: 7-12 | 158 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
46218, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
4050 E 38th St
Indianapolis, IN 46218
(317) 549-6305
Indianapolis, IN 46218
(317) 549-6305
Gr: K-8 | 222 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
4501 E 32nd St
Indianapolis, IN 46218
(317) 226-4363
Indianapolis, IN 46218
(317) 226-4363
Gr: 7-8 | 351 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
2605 E 25th St
Indianapolis, IN 46218
(317) 226-4237
Indianapolis, IN 46218
(317) 226-4237
Gr: K-6 | 334 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Him By Her Collegiate School For The Arts (Closed 2023)
Charter School
4501 East 32nd Street
Indianapolis, IN 46218
(317) 918-7799
Indianapolis, IN 46218
(317) 918-7799
Gr: K-8 | 224 students Student-teacher ratio: 56:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
4050 E 38th Street
Indianapolis, IN 46218
(317) 554-2021
Indianapolis, IN 46218
(317) 554-2021
Gr: K-8 | 232 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
1740 E 30th St
Indianapolis, IN 46218
(317) 226-4110
Indianapolis, IN 46218
(317) 226-4110
Gr: 4-7 | 102 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
2107 N Riley
Indianapolis, IN 46218
(317) 983-1300
Indianapolis, IN 46218
(317) 983-1300
Gr: 6-12 | 172 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
3092 Brookside Pkwy N Dr
Indianapolis, IN 46218
(317) 226-4281
Indianapolis, IN 46218
(317) 226-4281
Gr: K-6 | 273 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
2107 N Riley Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46218
(317) 226-4268
Indianapolis, IN 46218
(317) 226-4268
Gr: K-6 | 289 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 46218, IN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 46218, IN include Kipp Indy College Prep Middle School and James Russell Lowell School 51.
How many public middle schools are located in 46218?
3 public middle schools are located in 46218.
What is the racial composition of students in 46218?
46218 public middle schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public middle schools average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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