For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 3,908 students in 47714, IN (there are 5 private schools, serving 1,361 private students). 74% of all K-12 students in 47714, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public schools in 47714, IN are Hebron Elementary School, Harper Elementary School and Washington Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 47714 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 47714, IN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 47714, IN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hebron Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4400 Bellemeade Ave
Evansville, IN 47714
(812) 477-8915
Evansville, IN 47714
(812) 477-8915
Gr: PK-5 | 726 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #22.
Harper Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
21 S Alvord Blvd
Evansville, IN 47714
(812) 476-1308
Evansville, IN 47714
(812) 476-1308
Gr: K-5 | 344 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #33.
Washington Middle School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1801 Washington Ave
Evansville, IN 47714
(812) 477-8983
Evansville, IN 47714
(812) 477-8983
Gr: 6-8 | 331 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #44.
Fairlawn Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2021 S Alvord Blvd
Evansville, IN 47714
(812) 476-4997
Evansville, IN 47714
(812) 476-4997
Gr: PK-5 | 450 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #55.
Dexter Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
917 S Dexter Ave
Evansville, IN 47714
(812) 476-1321
Evansville, IN 47714
(812) 476-1321
Gr: PK-5 | 384 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #66.
Benjamin Bosse High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1300 Washington Ave
Evansville, IN 47714
(812) 477-1661
Evansville, IN 47714
(812) 477-1661
Gr: PK-12 | 868 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #77.
Lodge Community School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2000 Lodge Ave
Evansville, IN 47714
(812) 477-5319
Evansville, IN 47714
(812) 477-5319
Gr: K-8 | 510 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #88.
Mcgary Middle School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1535 S Joyce Ave
Evansville, IN 47714
(812) 476-3035
Evansville, IN 47714
(812) 476-3035
Gr: 6-8 | 295 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 47714, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in 47714, IN include Hebron Elementary School, Harper Elementary School and Washington Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 47714?
8 public schools are located in 47714.
What percentage of students in 47714 go to public school?
74% of all K-12 students in 47714 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 47714?
47714 public schools minority enrollment is 62% 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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