For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,624 students in 47111, IN (there are 1 private school, serving 39 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 47111, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public schools in 47111, IN are Pleasant Ridge Elementary School, Jonathan Jennings Elementary School and Charlestown Senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 47111 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 47111, IN have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 47111, IN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pleasant Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 67% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1250 Monroe St
Charlestown, IN 47111
(812) 256-7286
Charlestown, IN 47111
(812) 256-7286
Gr: PK-2 | 588 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
Jonathan Jennings Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
603 Market St
Charlestown, IN 47111
(812) 256-7284
Charlestown, IN 47111
(812) 256-7284
Gr: 3-5 | 529 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #33.
Charlestown Senior High School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
Monroe/park Sts
Charlestown, IN 47111
(812) 256-3328
Charlestown, IN 47111
(812) 256-3328
Gr: 9-12 | 860 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #44.
Charlestown Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8804 High Jackson Rd
Charlestown, IN 47111
(812) 256-6363
Charlestown, IN 47111
(812) 256-6363
Gr: 6-8 | 647 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 47111, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in 47111, IN include Pleasant Ridge Elementary School, Jonathan Jennings Elementary School and Charlestown Senior High School.
How many public schools are located in 47111?
4 public schools are located in 47111.
What percentage of students in 47111 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 47111 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 47111?
47111 public schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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