For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 4,194 students in 46256, IN (there are 3 private schools, serving 199 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 46256, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 46256, IN are Mary Evelyn Castle Elementary School, Crestview Elementary School and Lawrence North High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 46256 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 46256, IN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46256, IN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mary Evelyn Castle Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
8502 E 82nd St
Indianapolis, IN 46256
(317) 964-4600
Indianapolis, IN 46256
(317) 964-4600
Gr: 1-6 | 766 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #22.
Crestview Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7600 E 71st St
Indianapolis, IN 46256
(317) 964-4200
Indianapolis, IN 46256
(317) 964-4200
Gr: 1-6 | 596 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #33.
Lawrence North High School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7802 N Hague Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46256
(317) 964-7700
Indianapolis, IN 46256
(317) 964-7700
Gr: 9-12 | 2,832 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: n/an/a
Mckenzie Career Center
Vocational School
7250 E 75th St
Indianapolis, IN 46256
(317) 964-8000
Indianapolis, IN 46256
(317) 964-8000
Gr: 6-12
46256, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 46256, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in 46256, IN include Mary Evelyn Castle Elementary School, Crestview Elementary School and Lawrence North High School.
How many public schools are located in 46256?
4 public schools are located in 46256.
What percentage of students in 46256 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 46256 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 46256?
46256 public schools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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