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.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø high schools in zipcode 46221 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (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.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø high school in zipcode 46221 have a Graduation Rate of 91%, which is more than the Indiana average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Decatur Central High School, with 91% 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 ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Decatur Central High School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5251 Kentucky Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46221
(317) 856-5288
Indianapolis, IN 46221
(317) 856-5288
Gr: 9-12 | 2,061 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
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
Gr: 7-12
46221, Indiana ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
777 S White River Pkwy W Dr
Indianapolis, IN 46221
(317) 226-4992
Indianapolis, IN 46221
(317) 226-4992
Gr: K-5 | 204 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
777 S White River Pkwy W Dr
Indianapolis, IN 46221
(317) 226-4247
Indianapolis, IN 46221
(317) 226-4247
Gr: 9-12 | 59 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1
777 S White River Pkwy W Dr
Indianapolis, IN 46221
(317) 226-4992
Indianapolis, IN 46221
(317) 226-4992
Gr: 6-8 | 146 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1
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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