For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public middle schools serving 2,012 students in 46220, IN.
The top ranked public middle schools in 46220, IN are Merle Sidener Gifted Academy, Center For Inquiry School 84 and Eastwood Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 46220 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Indiana public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 46220, IN have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Indiana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public middle school average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 46220, IN Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Merle Sidener Gifted Academy
(Math: 79% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
2424 Kessler Blvd E Dr
Indianapolis, IN 46220
(317) 226-4259
Indianapolis, IN 46220
(317) 226-4259
Grades: 2-8
| 304 students
Rank: #22.
Center For Inquiry School 84
(Math: 73% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
440 E 57th St
Indianapolis, IN 46220
(317) 226-4284
Indianapolis, IN 46220
(317) 226-4284
Grades: K-8
| 441 students
Rank: #33.
Eastwood Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4401 E 62nd St
Indianapolis, IN 46220
(317) 259-5401
Indianapolis, IN 46220
(317) 259-5401
Grades: 6-8
| 822 students
Rank: #44.
Ips/butler Lab At Eliza Blaker 55
(Math: 21% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1349 E 54th St
Indianapolis, IN 46220
(317) 226-4255
Indianapolis, IN 46220
(317) 226-4255
Grades: PK-8
| 445 students
46220, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1115 Broad Ripple Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46220
(317) 693-5700
Indianapolis, IN 46220
(317) 693-5700
Grades: 9-12
| 604 students
1115 Broad Ripple Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46220
(317) 693-5700
Indianapolis, IN 46220
(317) 693-5700
Grades: 8
| 59 students
3660 E 62nd St
Indianapolis, IN 46220
(317) 259-5465
Indianapolis, IN 46220
(317) 259-5465
Grades: K-5
| 566 students
2424 E Kessler Blvd
Indianapolis, IN 46220
(317) 226-4259
Indianapolis, IN 46220
(317) 226-4259
Grades: 7-8
| 350 students
6101 N Keystone Ave - Ste 302
Indianapolis, IN 46220
(317) 252-5919
Indianapolis, IN 46220
(317) 252-5919
Grades: 9-12
| 20 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 46220, IN?
The top ranked public middle schools in 46220, IN include Merle Sidener Gifted Academy, Center For Inquiry School 84 and Eastwood Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 46220?
4 public middle schools are located in 46220.
What is the racial composition of students in 46220?
46220 public middle schools minority enrollment is 52% 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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