For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,120 students in Ferdinand, IN. Ferdinand has one of the highest concentrations of top ranked public schools in Indiana.
The top ranked public schools in Ferdinand, IN are Ferdinand Elementary School, Nancy Hanks Elementary School and Forest Park Jr-sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Ferdinand, IN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 68% (versus the Indiana public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in Ferdinand have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in Ferdinand, IN (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ferdinand Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
402 E 8th St
Ferdinand, IN 47532
(812) 817-0900
Ferdinand, IN 47532
(812) 817-0900
Grades: PK-4
| 310 students
Rank: #22.
Nancy Hanks Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
19260 N Sr 162
Ferdinand, IN 47532
(812) 357-5091
Ferdinand, IN 47532
(812) 357-5091
Grades: PK-6
| 244 students
Rank: #33.
Forest Park Jr-sr High School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1440 Michigan St
Ferdinand, IN 47532
(812) 817-0900
Ferdinand, IN 47532
(812) 817-0900
Grades: 7-12
| 566 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Ferdinand, IN?
The top ranked public schools in Ferdinand, IN include Ferdinand Elementary School, Nancy Hanks Elementary School and Forest Park Jr-sr High School. Ferdinand has one of the highest concentrations of top ranked public schools in Indiana.
How many public schools are located in Ferdinand, IN?
3 public schools are located in Ferdinand, IN.
What is the racial composition of students in Ferdinand, IN?
Ferdinand, IN public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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