For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 953 students in 47220, IN.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 47220, IN are Brownstown Central Middle School and Brownstown Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 47220 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 47220, IN have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public elementary school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 47220, IN Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Brownstown Central Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
520 W Walnut St
Brownstown, IN 47220
(812) 358-4947
Brownstown, IN 47220
(812) 358-4947
Grades: 6-8
| 317 students
Rank: #22.
Brownstown Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
612 S Base Rd
Brownstown, IN 47220
(812) 358-3680
Brownstown, IN 47220
(812) 358-3680
Grades: PK-5
| 636 students
47220, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Jackson County Juvenile Detention Center (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
150 E Sr 250
Brownstown, IN 47220
(812) 358-2981
Brownstown, IN 47220
(812) 358-2981
Grades: 8-12
| 11 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 47220, IN?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 47220, IN include Brownstown Central Middle School and Brownstown Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 47220?
2 public elementary schools are located in 47220.
What is the racial composition of students in 47220?
47220 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public elementary schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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