For the 2026 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 Elementary School and Brownstown Central Middle 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 31% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 41%), 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 (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Brownstown Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
612 S Base Rd
Brownstown, IN 47220
(812) 358-3680
Brownstown, IN 47220
(812) 358-3680
Gr: PK-5 | 636 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Brownstown Central Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
520 W Walnut St
Brownstown, IN 47220
(812) 358-4947
Brownstown, IN 47220
(812) 358-4947
Gr: 6-8 | 317 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
47220, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: 8-12 | 11 students Minority enrollment: 27%
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 Elementary School and Brownstown Central Middle 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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