For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 8,064 students in 47129, IN (there are 3 private schools, serving 598 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 47129, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public schools in 47129, IN are Clarksville Elementary School, Clarksville Middle School and Clarksville Senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 47129 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 47129, IN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 47129, IN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Clarksville Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
700 N Randolph Ave
Clarksville, IN 47129
(812) 282-1447
Clarksville, IN 47129
(812) 282-1447
Gr: PK-4 | 649 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #22.
Clarksville Middle School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
101 Ettel Ln
Clarksville, IN 47129
(812) 282-8235
Clarksville, IN 47129
(812) 282-8235
Gr: 5-8 | 430 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #33.
Clarksville Senior High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
800 Dr Dot Lewis Dr
Clarksville, IN 47129
(812) 282-8231
Clarksville, IN 47129
(812) 282-8231
Gr: 9-12 | 412 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #44.
Parkwood Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
748 Spicewood Dr
Clarksville, IN 47129
(812) 945-2387
Clarksville, IN 47129
(812) 945-2387
Gr: PK-5 | 561 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #55.
Excel Center - Clarksville
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1329 Applegate Lane
Clarksville, IN 47129
(812) 283-7908
Clarksville, IN 47129
(812) 283-7908
Gr: 9-12 | 329 students Student-teacher ratio: 33:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
47129, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
435 West Stansifer Ave
Clarksville, IN 47129
(812) 282-9644
Clarksville, IN 47129
(812) 282-9644
Gr: K-5
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 47129, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in 47129, IN include Clarksville Elementary School, Clarksville Middle School and Clarksville Senior High School.
How many public schools are located in 47129?
7 public schools are located in 47129.
What percentage of students in 47129 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 47129 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 47129?
47129 public schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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