For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 286 students in 47838, IN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 47838, IN are Carlisle Elementary School and Carlisle Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 47838 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 47838, IN have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public elementary school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 47838, IN Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Carlisle Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
204 W Eaton St
Carlisle, IN 47838
(812) 398-3851
Carlisle, IN 47838
(812) 398-3851
Gr: PK-5 | 203 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Carlisle Middle School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
204 W Eaton St.
Carlisle, IN 47838
(812) 398-3851
Carlisle, IN 47838
(812) 398-3851
Gr: 6-8 | 83 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
47838, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
6908 South Old Hwy Us 41
Carlisle, IN 47838
(812) 398-5050
Carlisle, IN 47838
(812) 398-5050
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 47838, IN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 47838, IN include Carlisle Elementary School and Carlisle Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 47838?
2 public elementary schools are located in 47838.
What is the racial composition of students in 47838?
47838 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 4% 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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