For the 2025-26 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,418 students in 47904, IN (there are 2 private schools, serving 540 private students). 82% of all K-12 students in 47904, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 47904, IN are Murdock Elementary School, Oakland Elementary School and Vinton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 47904 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 47904, IN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 47904, IN Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Murdock Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2100 Cason St
Lafayette, IN 47904
(765) 771-6120
Lafayette, IN 47904
(765) 771-6120
Gr: K-4 | 232 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #22.
Oakland Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
611 South 21st Street
Lafayette, IN 47904
(765) 771-6130
Lafayette, IN 47904
(765) 771-6130
Gr: K-4 | 193 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #33.
Vinton Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3101 Elmwood Ave
Lafayette, IN 47904
(765) 771-6140
Lafayette, IN 47904
(765) 771-6140
Gr: K-4 | 427 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #44.
Lafayette Sunnyside Intermediate
(Math: 28% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
530 N 26th St
Lafayette, IN 47904
(765) 771-6100
Lafayette, IN 47904
(765) 771-6100
Gr: 5-6 | 1,029 student Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #55.
Excel Center - Lafayette
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
615 N 18th St 2nd Floor
Lafayette, IN 47904
(317) 524-3641
Lafayette, IN 47904
(317) 524-3641
Gr: 9-12 | 364 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: n/an/a
Greater Lafayette Area Se
Special Education School
2300 Cason St
Lafayette, IN 47904
(765) 771-6006
Lafayette, IN 47904
(765) 771-6006
Gr: PK
Rank: n/an/a
Paramount School Of Excellence Lafayette
Charter School
1904 Elmwood Ave
Lafayette, IN 47904
(317) 519-4588
Lafayette, IN 47904
(317) 519-4588
Gr: K-8 | 173 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
47904, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1415 Ball St
Lafayette, IN 47904
(765) 476-2900
Lafayette, IN 47904
(765) 476-2900
Gr: K-5 | 181 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
1904 Elmwood Ave
Lafayette, IN 47904
(765) 420-9617
Lafayette, IN 47904
(765) 420-9617
Gr: K-8 | 149 students Minority enrollment: 24%
1100 Elizabeth Street
Lafayette, IN 47904
(765) 807-8550
Lafayette, IN 47904
(765) 807-8550
Gr: 9-12 | 62 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
1100 Elizabeth St
Lafayette, IN 47904
(765) 476-2910
Lafayette, IN 47904
(765) 476-2910
Gr: K-5 | 242 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 47904, IN?
The top ranked public schools in 47904, IN include Murdock Elementary School, Oakland Elementary School and Vinton Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 47904?
7 public schools are located in 47904.
What percentage of students in 47904 go to public school?
82% of all K-12 students in 47904 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 47904?
47904 public schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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