- Arlington Elementary School — 1.0 mi · Grades K–3 · 454 students
- Bunker Hill Elementary School — 1.3 mi · Grades K–3 · 487 students
- Edgewood Intermediate School — 2.4 mi · Grades 4–6 · 1,300 students
- Mary Adams Elementary School — 2.5 mi · Grades K–3 · 451 students
- Thompson Crossing Elementary Sch — 2.7 mi · Grades K–3 · 568 students
- Franklin Central High School — 3.2 mi · Grades 9–12 · 3,438 students
- Lillie Idella Kitley Intermediate — 3.3 mi · Grades 4–6 · 1,365 students
- South Creek Elementary — 3.4 mi · Grades K–3 · 476 students
| Metric | Franklin Township Community School Corporation | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 11,212 | 3,544 | ↑ Larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 11 | 7 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $11,246/yr | $17,619/yr | ↓ 36% below avg |
| District Type | — | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 7/10 — Good | — | Above average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Franklin Township Community School Corporation (this district) | 7/10 | 66th | 11,212 |
| Perry Township Metropolitan School District | 5/10 | 45th | 16,222 |
| Beech Grove City Schools | 3/10 | 27th | 2,843 |
| Indianapolis Public Schools | 2/10 | 19th | 22,027 |
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Ranked against 377 rated districts in IN → 66th percentile → 7/10.
Source: Indiana Dept. of Education ILEARN, grades 3–8 Corporation Total proficient, 2024–25 school year. Full methodology →
About Franklin Township Community School Corporation
Zip code 46237 in Franklin Township, Indiana is served by Franklin Township Community School Corporation for public school enrollment. The district covers grades Pre-K–12th. This page provides a data-driven overview of Franklin Township Community School Corporation’s funding levels, size, rating, and what families should know before enrolling or making a housing decision in this area.
Understanding the 7/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Franklin Township Community School Corporation 7 out of 10 — above average among Indiana public school districts. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in Indiana’s ILEARN grades 3–8 assessments (2024–25 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Indiana is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Franklin Township Community School Corporation earns an above-average rating, with reading and math proficiency rates stronger than most other districts in Indiana. Above-average districts generally show solid and consistent academic results across their schools. Families considering this area will find a district with meaningful academic strengths. Research the specific schools assigned to your address — even above-average districts have variation between individual buildings.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 46237
Children in zip code 46237 are assigned to Franklin Township Community School Corporation for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K–12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 46237, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Franklin Township Community School Corporation at the number listed on the district website or visit the district’s official website. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Indiana districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Indianapolis
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Franklin Township Community School Corporation serves zip code 46237, homes in and around zip code 46237 often carry a measurable premium over comparable properties in adjacent lower-rated districts. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Indiana, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Franklin Township Community School Corporation programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 46237.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments and phone numbers are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring; per-pupil spending comes from the US Census Bureau's Annual Survey of School System Finances, released about two years after the fiscal year it covers. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Franklin Township Community School Corporation before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 46237 data.