For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 4,638 students in 46033, IN (there are , serving 148 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 46033, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 46033, IN are Prairie Trace Elementary School, Cherry Tree Elementary School and Woodbrook Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 46033 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 46033, IN have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46033, IN 51±¬ÁÏs (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Prairie Trace Elementary School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
14200 N River Rd
Carmel, IN 46033
(317) 571-7925
Carmel, IN 46033
(317) 571-7925
Gr: K-5 | 705 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #22.
Cherry Tree Elementary School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
13989 Hazel Dell Parkway
Carmel, IN 46033
(317) 846-3086
Carmel, IN 46033
(317) 846-3086
Gr: PK-5 | 711 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #33.
Woodbrook Elementary School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4311 E 116th St
Carmel, IN 46033
(317) 846-4225
Carmel, IN 46033
(317) 846-4225
Gr: K-5 | 618 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #44.
Clay Middle School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5150 E 126th St
Carmel, IN 46033
(317) 844-7251
Carmel, IN 46033
(317) 844-7251
Gr: 6-8 | 1,395 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #55.
Forest Dale Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
10721 Lakeshore Dr W
Carmel, IN 46033
(317) 844-4948
Carmel, IN 46033
(317) 844-4948
Gr: PK-5 | 653 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #66.
Mohawk Trails Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4242 E 126th St
Carmel, IN 46033
(317) 844-1158
Carmel, IN 46033
(317) 844-1158
Gr: PK-5 | 556 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 46033, IN?
The top ranked public schools in 46033, IN include Prairie Trace Elementary School, Cherry Tree Elementary School and Woodbrook Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 46033?
6 public schools are located in 46033.
What percentage of students in 46033 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 46033 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 46033?
46033 public schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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