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Best 47302 Indiana Public Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,450 students in 47302, IN (there are 1 private school, serving 162 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 47302, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).

The top ranked public schools in 47302, IN are Cowan High School, Cowan Elementary School and Grissom Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Public schools in zipcode 47302 have an score of 17% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and score of 20% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 47302, IN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.

Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best 47302, IN Public Schools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

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Rank: #11.

Cowan High School

(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 45-49%)
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9401 S Nottingham
Muncie, IN 47302
(765) 289-7128

Gr: 7-12 | 350 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 7%

Rank: #22.

Cowan Elementary School

(Math: 42% | Reading: 30%)
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1000 W Cr 600 S
Muncie, IN 47302
(765) 289-7129

Gr: K-6 | 436 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 12%

Rank: #33.

Grissom Elementary School

(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 6-9%)
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3201 S Macedonia Ave
Muncie, IN 47302
(765) 747-5401

Gr: PK-5 | 451 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 36%

Rank: #44.

Southside Middle School

(Math: 6% | Reading: 17%)
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1601 East 26th St
Muncie, IN 47302
(765) 747-5320

Gr: 6-8 | 459 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 42%

Rank: #55.

Inspire Academy - A Sch Of Inquiry

Charter School

(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
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2801 E 16th St
Muncie, IN 47302
(765) 216-7980

Gr: PK-8 | 194 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1 Minority enrollment: 41%

Rank: #66.

South View Elementary School

(Math: 7% | Reading: ≤5%)
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2100 S Franklin
Muncie, IN 47302
(765) 747-5226

Gr: PK-5 | 498 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 45%

Rank: n/an/a

Muncie Virtual Academy

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4301 S Cowan Rd
Muncie, IN 47302
(765) 256-9999

Gr: K-12 | 62 students Student-teacher ratio: 31:1 Minority enrollment: 42%

[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 47302 Indiana

47302, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)

School

Location

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Garfield Elementary School (Closed 2010)

1600 S Madison St
Muncie, IN 47302
(765) 747-5398

Gr: K-5 | 297 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 67%

Hoosier Academy - Muncie (Closed 2014)

2801 East 16th St
Muncie, IN 47302
(765) 288-9633

Gr: K-8 | 129 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 15%

Muncie Southside High School (Closed 2015)

1601 E 26th St
Muncie, IN 47302
(765) 747-5320

Gr: 9-12 | 895 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 28%

Sutton Elementary School (Closed 2018)

3100 E Memorial Dr
Muncie, IN 47302
(765) 747-5431

Gr: K-5 | 352 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 39%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 47302, IN?

The top ranked public schools in 47302, IN include Cowan High School, Cowan Elementary School and Grissom Elementary School.

How many public schools are located in 47302?

7 public schools are located in 47302.

What percentage of students in 47302 go to public school?

94% of all K-12 students in 47302 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).

What is the racial composition of students in 47302?

47302 public schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).