For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,406 students in 47542, IN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 47542, IN are Cedar Crest Intermediate School, Southridge Middle School and Huntingburg Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 47542 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 47542, IN have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Indiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public elementary school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 47542, IN Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cedar Crest Intermediate School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4770 S State Rd 162
Huntingburg, IN 47542
(812) 817-0900
Huntingburg, IN 47542
(812) 817-0900
Gr: 5-6 | 192 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Southridge Middle School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1112 S Main St
Huntingburg, IN 47542
(812) 683-3372
Huntingburg, IN 47542
(812) 683-3372
Gr: 6-8 | 394 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #33.
Huntingburg Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
501 W Sunset Dr
Huntingburg, IN 47542
(812) 683-1172
Huntingburg, IN 47542
(812) 683-1172
Gr: PK-5 | 806 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: n/an/a
Southridge Alternative Learning Center
Alternative School
1110 S. Main St.
Huntingburg, IN 47542
(812) 683-3971
Huntingburg, IN 47542
(812) 683-3971
Gr: 6-12 | 14 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 47542, IN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 47542, IN include Cedar Crest Intermediate School, Southridge Middle School and Huntingburg Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 47542?
4 public elementary schools are located in 47542.
What is the racial composition of students in 47542?
47542 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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