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Best Schools in Indianapolis, Indiana
Compare 238 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.
238
Total Schools
Public & Charter Schools
156,042
Total Students
Across Indianapolis
15.2:1
Avg Student-Teacher Ratio
District average
238 schools found
Advanced Insights & Statistics
Dynamic metrics computed specifically for currently filtered schools
Academic Proficiency Averages
Math Assessment Score11%
ELA Assessment Score0%
🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.
Classroom Attention Ratio
Favorable Class Size (<15:1)16 Schools
Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)3 Schools
Larger Class Size (>20:1)1 Schools
💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.
Filtered Quality Highlights
- ✓0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
- ✓Largest student enrollment is 1,269 students at Crispus Attucks High School.
- ✓Best student-teacher ratio is 8:1, offering optimal classroom attention.
🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.
Christian Park School 82 - An Exploratory School
publicelementaryPK-5
4700 English Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46201
1
Rating
Students
251
Student-Teacher
12:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
17%
Crispus Attucks High School
publichighGrade 9-12
1140 Dr M Luther King Jr St, Indianapolis, IN 46202
1
Rating
Students
1,269
Student-Teacher
17:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
1%
Cold Spring School
publicmiddleK-8
3650 Cold Spring Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46222
1
Rating
Students
359
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
11%
Eleanor Skillen School 34 - A Montessori School
publicelementaryPK-5
1410 Wade St, Indianapolis, IN 46203
1
Rating
Students
328
Student-Teacher
9:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
7.5%
H. L. Harshman Middle School
publicmiddleGrade 6-8
1501 E 10Th St, Indianapolis, IN 46201
1
Rating
Students
509
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
9%
Jonathan Jennings School 109 - An Exploratory School
publicelementaryPK-5
6150 Gateway Dr, Indianapolis, IN 46254
1
Rating
Students
275
Student-Teacher
11:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
17%
Edison School Of The Arts 47
publicmiddleK-8
777 White River Pkwy W Drive, Indianapolis, IN 46221
1
Rating
Students
617
Student-Teacher
16:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
20%
Lew Wallace School 107 - An Exploratory School
publicelementaryPK-5
3307 Ashway Dr, Indianapolis, IN 46224
1
Rating
Students
440
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
19%
James Whitcomb Riley School 43
publicelementaryPK-5
150 W 40Th St, Indianapolis, IN 46208
1
Rating
Students
240
Student-Teacher
8:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
5%
Robert Lee Frost School 106 - A Stem School
publicelementaryPK-5
5301 Roxbury Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46226
1
Rating
Students
308
Student-Teacher
15:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
12%
Theodore Potter School 74 - A Dual Language School
publicelementaryK-5
1601 E 10Th St, Indianapolis, IN 46201
1
Rating
Students
208
Student-Teacher
9:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
12%
Thomas Gregg Neighborhood School 15
publicelementaryPK-5
2302 E Michigan St, Indianapolis, IN 46201
1
Rating
Students
525
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
13%
Ralph Waldo Emerson School 58 - An Exploratory School
publicelementaryPK-5
321 N Linwood Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46201
1
Rating
Students
241
Student-Teacher
10:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
7.5%
William Penn Middle School - A Stem School
publicmiddleGrade 6-8
1720 W Wilkins St, Indianapolis, IN 46221
1
Rating
Students
367
Student-Teacher
10:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
14%
Sankofa School Of Success At Arlington Woods School 99
publicmiddlePK-6
5801 E 30Th St, Indianapolis, IN 46218
1
Rating
Students
361
Student-Teacher
21:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
7.5%
George Washington High School
publichighGrade 9-12
2215 W Washington St, Indianapolis, IN 46222
1
Rating
Students
729
Student-Teacher
14:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
5%
Shortridge High School
publichighGrade 9-12
3401 N Meridian, Indianapolis, IN 46208
1
Rating
Students
1,206
Student-Teacher
14:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
17%
Fredrick Douglas School 19 - An Exploratory School
publicelementaryPK-5
2020 Dawson St, Indianapolis, IN 46203
1
Rating
Students
259
Student-Teacher
10:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
5%
James Russell Lowell School 51 - A Montessori School
publicelementaryPK-5
3426 Roosevelt Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46218
1
Rating
Students
363
Student-Teacher
11:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
7.5%
Clarence Farrington School 61 - An Exploratory School
publicelementaryPK-5
4326 Patricia St, Indianapolis, IN 46222
1
Rating
Students
451
Student-Teacher
11:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
6%
Detailed Overview of Schools in Indianapolis
Indianapolis, Indiana is home to 238 schools serving over 156,042 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district offers a mix of public, charter, and private institutions with strong academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Indianapolis, Indiana?
There are 238 schools in Indianapolis, serving 156,042 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the best elementary school in Indianapolis?
Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Indianapolis include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.
What is the average student-teacher ratio in Indianapolis?
The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Indianapolis is 15.2:1.