For the 2024 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 4,002 students in 47240, IN (there are 2 private schools, serving 386 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 47240, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
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 42% (versus the Indiana public school average of 38%), 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 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 47240, IN Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
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
Grades: K-6
| 517 students
Rank: #22.
Greensburg Elementary School
(Math: 63% | 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
Grades: PK-5
| 1,006 students
Rank: #33.
North Decatur Jr-sr High School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3172 N Sr 3
Greensburg, IN 47240
(812) 663-4204
Greensburg, IN 47240
(812) 663-4204
Grades: 7-12
| 476 students
Rank: #44.
South Decatur Elementary School
(Math: 50% | 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
Grades: PK-6
| 430 students
Rank: #55.
Greensburg Community High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1000 E Central Ave
Greensburg, IN 47240
(812) 663-7176
Greensburg, IN 47240
(812) 663-7176
Grades: 9-12
| 716 students
Rank: #66.
Greensburg Community Jr High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
505 E Central Ave
Greensburg, IN 47240
(812) 663-7523
Greensburg, IN 47240
(812) 663-7523
Grades: 6-8
| 456 students
Rank: #77.
South Decatur Jr-sr High School
(Math: 20-24% | 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
Grades: 7-12
| 401 students
47240, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
310 W Washington St
Greensburg, IN 47240
(812) 663-8117
Greensburg, IN 47240
(812) 663-8117
Grades: K-1
| 327 students
315 S Ireland St
Greensburg, IN 47240
(812) 663-2881
Greensburg, IN 47240
(812) 663-2881
Grades: 4-5
| 309 students
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, IN?
7 public schools are located in 47240, IN.
What percentage of students in 47240, IN go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 47240, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 47240, IN?
47240, IN public schools minority enrollment is 7% 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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