For the 2024 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 6,501 students in 47909, IN (there are 4 private schools, serving 551 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 47909, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in 47909, IN are Edgelea Elementary School, Mccutcheon High School and James Cole Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 47909 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Indiana public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 47909, IN have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public school average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 47909, IN Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Edgelea Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2910 S 18th St
Lafayette, IN 47909
(765) 772-4780
Lafayette, IN 47909
(765) 772-4780
Grades: K-4
| 442 students
Rank: #22.
Mccutcheon High School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4951 Us 231 S
Lafayette, IN 47909
(765) 474-1488
Lafayette, IN 47909
(765) 474-1488
Grades: 9-12
| 1,807 students
Rank: #33.
James Cole Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6418 E 900 S
Lafayette, IN 47909
(765) 523-2141
Lafayette, IN 47909
(765) 523-2141
Grades: K-5
| 278 students
Rank: #44.
Amelia Earhart Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3280 S 9th St
Lafayette, IN 47909
(765) 772-4740
Lafayette, IN 47909
(765) 772-4740
Grades: K-4
| 415 students
Rank: #55.
Mayflower Mill Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
200 E 500 S
Lafayette, IN 47909
(765) 538-3875
Lafayette, IN 47909
(765) 538-3875
Grades: K-5
| 629 students
Rank: #66.
Mintonye Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2000 W 800 S
Lafayette, IN 47909
(765) 538-2780
Lafayette, IN 47909
(765) 538-2780
Grades: K-5
| 506 students
Rank: #77.
Woodland Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3200 E 450 S
Lafayette, IN 47909
(765) 471-0241
Lafayette, IN 47909
(765) 471-0241
Grades: K-5
| 620 students
Rank: #88.
Wea Ridge Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4410 S 150 E
Lafayette, IN 47909
(765) 471-2164
Lafayette, IN 47909
(765) 471-2164
Grades: 6-8
| 745 students
Rank: #99.
Wea Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1333 E 430 S
Lafayette, IN 47909
(765) 471-9321
Lafayette, IN 47909
(765) 471-9321
Grades: K-5
| 595 students
Rank: #1010.
Miami Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2401 Beck Ln
Lafayette, IN 47909
(765) 772-4800
Lafayette, IN 47909
(765) 772-4800
Grades: K-4
| 464 students
Rank: n/an/a
Greater Lafayette Career Academy
Vocational School
2201 S 18th St
Lafayette, IN 47909
(765) 474-2481
Lafayette, IN 47909
(765) 474-2481
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 47909, IN?
The top ranked public schools in 47909, IN include Edgelea Elementary School, Mccutcheon High School and James Cole Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 47909, IN?
11 public schools are located in 47909, IN.
What percentage of students in 47909, IN go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 47909, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 47909, IN?
47909, IN public schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public schools average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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