For the 2024 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 6,526 students in 47905, IN (there are 4 private schools, serving 768 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 47905, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in 47905, IN are Hershey Elementary School, Wyandotte Elementary School and East Tipp Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 47905 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Indiana public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 47905, IN have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public school average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 47905, IN Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hershey Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
7521 E 300 N
Lafayette, IN 47905
(765) 269-8280
Lafayette, IN 47905
(765) 269-8280
Grades: K-5
| 568 students
Rank: #22.
Wyandotte Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5865 E 50 S
Lafayette, IN 47905
(765) 772-7000
Lafayette, IN 47905
(765) 772-7000
Grades: K-5
| 492 students
Rank: #33.
East Tipp Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7501 E 300 N
Lafayette, IN 47905
(765) 589-3566
Lafayette, IN 47905
(765) 589-3566
Grades: 6-8
| 531 students
Rank: #44.
Glen Acres Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3767 Kimberly Dr
Lafayette, IN 47905
(765) 771-6150
Lafayette, IN 47905
(765) 771-6150
Grades: K-4
| 516 students
Rank: #55.
Jefferson High School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1801 S 18th St
Lafayette, IN 47905
(765) 772-4700
Lafayette, IN 47905
(765) 772-4700
Grades: 9-12
| 2,153 students
Rank: #66.
Wainwright Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7501 E 700 S
Lafayette, IN 47905
(765) 269-8350
Lafayette, IN 47905
(765) 269-8350
Grades: 6-8
| 309 students
Rank: #77.
Southwestern Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2100 W 800 S
Lafayette, IN 47905
(765) 538-3025
Lafayette, IN 47905
(765) 538-3025
Grades: 6-8
| 502 students
Rank: #88.
Lafayette Tecumseh Jr High School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2101 S 18th St
Lafayette, IN 47905
(765) 772-4750
Lafayette, IN 47905
(765) 772-4750
Grades: 7-8
| 1,101 students
Rank: #99.
Thomas Miller Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
700 S 4th St
Lafayette, IN 47905
(765) 476-2930
Lafayette, IN 47905
(765) 476-2930
Grades: K-4
| 354 students
47905, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1840 S 18th St
Lafayette, IN 47905
(765) 772-4770
Lafayette, IN 47905
(765) 772-4770
Grades: K-5
| 223 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 47905, IN?
The top ranked public schools in 47905, IN include Hershey Elementary School, Wyandotte Elementary School and East Tipp Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 47905, IN?
9 public schools are located in 47905, IN.
What percentage of students in 47905, IN go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 47905, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 47905, IN?
47905, IN public schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public schools average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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