For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,951 students in 47240, IN (there are 2 private schools, serving 360 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 47240, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 47240, IN are North Decatur Elementary School, Greensburg Elementary School and North Decatur Jr-sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 47240 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 47240, IN have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 47240, IN Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Decatur Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3300 N Sr 3
Greensburg, IN 47240
(812) 663-9215
Greensburg, IN 47240
(812) 663-9215
Gr: K-6 | 532 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Greensburg Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
900 N Big Blue Ave
Greensburg, IN 47240
(812) 663-8112
Greensburg, IN 47240
(812) 663-8112
Gr: PK-5 | 1,029 student Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #33.
North Decatur Jr-sr High School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3172 N Sr 3
Greensburg, IN 47240
(812) 663-4204
Greensburg, IN 47240
(812) 663-4204
Gr: 7-12 | 460 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #44.
South Decatur Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
9302 S Cr 420 W
Greensburg, IN 47240
(812) 591-3115
Greensburg, IN 47240
(812) 591-3115
Gr: PK-6 | 454 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #55.
Greensburg Community High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1000 E Central Ave
Greensburg, IN 47240
(812) 663-7176
Greensburg, IN 47240
(812) 663-7176
Gr: 9-12 | 662 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #66.
Greensburg Community Jr High School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
505 E Central Ave
Greensburg, IN 47240
(812) 663-7523
Greensburg, IN 47240
(812) 663-7523
Gr: 6-8 | 422 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #77.
South Decatur Jr-sr High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8885 S Sr 3
Greensburg, IN 47240
(812) 591-3330
Greensburg, IN 47240
(812) 591-3330
Gr: 7-12 | 392 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
47240, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
310 W Washington St
Greensburg, IN 47240
(812) 663-8117
Greensburg, IN 47240
(812) 663-8117
Gr: K-1 | 327 students Minority enrollment: 3%
315 S Ireland St
Greensburg, IN 47240
(812) 663-2881
Greensburg, IN 47240
(812) 663-2881
Gr: 4-5 | 309 students Minority enrollment: 2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 47240, IN?
The top ranked public schools in 47240, IN include North Decatur Elementary School, Greensburg Elementary School and North Decatur Jr-sr High School.
How many public schools are located in 47240?
7 public schools are located in 47240.
What percentage of students in 47240 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 47240 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 47240?
47240 public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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