For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 6,679 students in 46278, IN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 46278, IN are Fishback Creek Public Academy, Indiana Connections Academy and Indiana Connections Career Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 46278 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 46278, IN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Indiana public elementary school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46278, IN Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fishback Creek Public Academy
(Math: 52% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
8301 W 86th St
Indianapolis, IN 46278
(317) 347-8470
Indianapolis, IN 46278
(317) 347-8470
Gr: PK-5 | 480 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #22.
Indiana Connections Academy
Charter School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6640 Intech Blvd - Suite 101
Indianapolis, IN 46278
(317) 550-3188
Indianapolis, IN 46278
(317) 550-3188
Gr: K-12 | 5,475 students Student-teacher ratio: 32:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #33.
Indiana Connections Career Academy
Charter School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6640 Intech Boulevard - Ste 10
Indianapolis, IN 46278
(317) 732-7790
Indianapolis, IN 46278
(317) 732-7790
Gr: 6-12 | 724 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 46278, IN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 46278, IN include Fishback Creek Public Academy, Indiana Connections Academy and Indiana Connections Career Academy.
How many public elementary schools are located in 46278?
3 public elementary schools are located in 46278.
What is the racial composition of students in 46278?
46278 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Indiana public elementary schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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