For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,290 students in 47243, IN.
The top ranked public schools in 47243, IN are Southwestern Elementary School, Southwestern High School and Southwestern Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 47243 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Indiana public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 47243, IN have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 47243, IN Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Southwestern Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
273 South Main Cross St
Hanover, IN 47243
(812) 866-6215
Hanover, IN 47243
(812) 866-6215
Grades: PK-5
| 630 students
Rank: #22.
Southwestern High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
167 S Main Cross St
Hanover, IN 47243
(812) 866-1240
Hanover, IN 47243
(812) 866-1240
Grades: 9-12
| 354 students
Rank: #33.
Southwestern Middle School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
169 S Main Cross St
Hanover, IN 47243
(812) 866-6244
Hanover, IN 47243
(812) 866-6244
Grades: 6-8
| 306 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 47243, IN?
The top ranked public schools in 47243, IN include Southwestern Elementary School, Southwestern High School and Southwestern Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 47243?
3 public schools are located in 47243.
What is the racial composition of students in 47243?
47243 public schools minority enrollment is 12% 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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