For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,476 students in 47446, IN.
The top-ranked public schools in 47446, IN are Mitchell High School, Burris Elementary School and Mitchell Jr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 47446 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 47446, IN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 47446, IN Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mitchell High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1000 Bishop Blvd
Mitchell, IN 47446
(812) 849-3663
Mitchell, IN 47446
(812) 849-3663
Gr: 9-12 | 424 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Burris Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1755 Hancock Ave
Mitchell, IN 47446
(812) 849-2509
Mitchell, IN 47446
(812) 849-2509
Gr: 3-5 | 320 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #33.
Mitchell Jr High School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1010 Bishop Blvd
Mitchell, IN 47446
(812) 849-3747
Mitchell, IN 47446
(812) 849-3747
Gr: 6-8 | 336 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: n/an/a
1081 Teke Burton Dr
Mitchell, IN 47446
(812) 849-3834
Mitchell, IN 47446
(812) 849-3834
Gr: PK-2 | 396 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 47446, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in 47446, IN include Mitchell High School, Burris Elementary School and Mitchell Jr High School.
How many public schools are located in 47446?
4 public schools are located in 47446.
What is the racial composition of students in 47446?
47446 public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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