For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,372 students in 47711, IN (there are 1 private school, serving 143 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 47711, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public schools in 47711, IN are Vogel Elementary School, Stringtown Elementary School and Delaware Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 47711 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 47711, IN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 47711, IN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Vogel Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1500 Oak Hill Rd
Evansville, IN 47711
(812) 477-6109
Evansville, IN 47711
(812) 477-6109
Gr: K-6 | 484 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #22.
Stringtown Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4720 Stringtown Rd
Evansville, IN 47711
(812) 435-8320
Evansville, IN 47711
(812) 435-8320
Gr: K-5 | 313 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #33.
Delaware Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
700 N Garvin St
Evansville, IN 47711
(812) 435-8227
Evansville, IN 47711
(812) 435-8227
Gr: K-6 | 379 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #44.
Joshua Academy
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1230 E Illinois St
Evansville, IN 47711
(812) 401-6300
Evansville, IN 47711
(812) 401-6300
Gr: K-6 | 254 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #55.
Evans School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2727 N Evans Ave
Evansville, IN 47711
(812) 435-8330
Evansville, IN 47711
(812) 435-8330
Gr: PK-6 | 473 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #66.
Academy For Innovative Studies
Magnet School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2319 Stringtown Rd
Evansville, IN 47711
(812) 435-0979
Evansville, IN 47711
(812) 435-0979
Gr: K-12 | 318 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: n/an/a
2319 Stringtown Road
Evansville, IN 47711
(812) 435-8280
Evansville, IN 47711
(812) 435-8280
Gr: K-12 | 151 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 47711, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in 47711, IN include Vogel Elementary School, Stringtown Elementary School and Delaware Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 47711?
7 public schools are located in 47711.
What percentage of students in 47711 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 47711 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 47711?
47711 public schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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