For the 2026 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 4,802 students in 46176, IN (there are 1 private school, serving 121 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 46176, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 46176, IN are Shelbyville Sr High School, William F Loper Elementary School and Southwestern Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 46176 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 46176, IN have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46176, IN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Shelbyville Sr High School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2003 S Miller St
Shelbyville, IN 46176
(317) 398-9731
Shelbyville, IN 46176
(317) 398-9731
Gr: 9-12 | 1,093 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
William F Loper Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
901 Loper Dr
Shelbyville, IN 46176
(317) 398-9725
Shelbyville, IN 46176
(317) 398-9725
Gr: K-5 | 640 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #33.
Southwestern Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3406 W 600 S
Shelbyville, IN 46176
(317) 729-5320
Shelbyville, IN 46176
(317) 729-5320
Gr: PK-6 | 382 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #44.
Southwestern High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3406 W 600 S
Shelbyville, IN 46176
(317) 729-5122
Shelbyville, IN 46176
(317) 729-5122
Gr: 7-12 | 280 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #55.
Shelbyville Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1200 W Mckay Rd
Shelbyville, IN 46176
(317) 392-2551
Shelbyville, IN 46176
(317) 392-2551
Gr: 6-8 | 881 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #66.
Thomas A Hendricks Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1111 St Joseph St
Shelbyville, IN 46176
(317) 398-7432
Shelbyville, IN 46176
(317) 398-7432
Gr: K-5 | 556 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #77.
Coulston Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
121 Knightstown Rd
Shelbyville, IN 46176
(317) 398-3185
Shelbyville, IN 46176
(317) 398-3185
Gr: K-5 | 434 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #88.
Excel Center - Shelbyville
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
111 North Harrison Street
Shelbyville, IN 46176
(317) 524-4430
Shelbyville, IN 46176
(317) 524-4430
Gr: 9-12 | 157 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: n/an/a
Blue River Career Programs
Vocational School
801 St. Joseph Street
Shelbyville, IN 46176
(317) 392-4191
Shelbyville, IN 46176
(317) 392-4191
Gr: 6-12
Rank: n/an/a
2325 S Miller St
Shelbyville, IN 46176
(317) 398-9731
Shelbyville, IN 46176
(317) 398-9731
Gr: PK-12 | 51 students Student-teacher ratio: 51:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: n/an/a
1115 E State Road 44
Shelbyville, IN 46176
(317) 392-2449
Shelbyville, IN 46176
(317) 392-2449
Gr: PK-K | 328 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
46176, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Blue River Se Preschool (Closed 2011)
Special Education School
C/o 1111 West Mckay Rd
Shelbyville, IN 46176
(317) 835-7335
Shelbyville, IN 46176
(317) 835-7335
Miller Road School (Closed 2011)
Special Education School
C/o 1111 West Mckay Rd
Shelbyville, IN 46176
(317) 398-4468
Shelbyville, IN 46176
(317) 398-4468
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 46176, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in 46176, IN include Shelbyville Sr High School, William F Loper Elementary School and Southwestern Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 46176?
11 public schools are located in 46176.
What percentage of students in 46176 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 46176 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 46176?
46176 public schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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