For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,698 students in 47201, IN.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 47201, IN are Northside Middle School and Central Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 47201 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Indiana public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 47201, IN have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Indiana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Indiana public middle school average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 47201, IN Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Northside Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1400 27th St
Columbus, IN 47201
(812) 376-4405
Columbus, IN 47201
(812) 376-4405
Gr: 7-8 | 908 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #22.
Central Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
725 7th St
Columbus, IN 47201
(812) 376-4287
Columbus, IN 47201
(812) 376-4287
Gr: 7-8 | 790 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: n/an/a
Columbus Area Career Connection
Vocational School
1400 25th St
Columbus, IN 47201
(812) 376-4240
Columbus, IN 47201
(812) 376-4240
Gr: 6-12
47201, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
3136 N National Rd-suite E
Columbus, IN 47201
(812) 314-7078
Columbus, IN 47201
(812) 314-7078
Gr: 7-12 | 124 students Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 47201, IN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 47201, IN include Northside Middle School and Central Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 47201?
3 public middle schools are located in 47201.
What is the racial composition of students in 47201?
47201 public middle schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Indiana public middle schools average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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