For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,061 students in 46221, IN.
The top ranked public high schools in 46221, IN are Decatur Central High School and Decatur Twp School For Excellence. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 46221 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Indiana public high school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 46% statewide average). High schools in 46221, IN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 46221 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is less than the Indiana average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Decatur Central High School, with 87% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Indiana or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public high school average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46221, IN Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Decatur Central High School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5251 Kentucky Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46221
(317) 856-5288
Indianapolis, IN 46221
(317) 856-5288
Grades: 9-12
| 2,061 students
Rank: #22.
Decatur Twp School For Excellence
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 20-29% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5106 S High School Rd
Indianapolis, IN 46221
(317) 856-0900
Indianapolis, IN 46221
(317) 856-0900
Grades: 7-12
| n/a students
46221, Indiana 51±¬ÁÏs (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
777 S White River Pkwy W Dr
Indianapolis, IN 46221
(317) 226-4992
Indianapolis, IN 46221
(317) 226-4992
Grades: K-5
| 204 students
777 S White River Pkwy W Dr
Indianapolis, IN 46221
(317) 226-4247
Indianapolis, IN 46221
(317) 226-4247
Grades: 9-12
| 59 students
777 S White River Pkwy W Dr
Indianapolis, IN 46221
(317) 226-4992
Indianapolis, IN 46221
(317) 226-4992
Grades: 6-8
| 146 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 46221, IN?
The top ranked public high schools in 46221, IN include Decatur Central High School and Decatur Twp School For Excellence.
How many public high schools are located in 46221?
2 public high schools are located in 46221.
What is the racial composition of students in 46221?
46221 public high schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public high schools average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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