For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,033 students in 47904, IN.
The top-ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 47904 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 47904, IN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public elementary school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 47904, IN Public Elementary Schools (2026)
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 | 230 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
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 | 192 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
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 | 387 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
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 | 1,031 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
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-7 | 193 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 47904, IN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 47904, IN include Murdock Elementary School, Oakland Elementary School and Vinton Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 47904?
5 public elementary schools are located in 47904.
What is the racial composition of students in 47904?
47904 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 58% 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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