For the 2025 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 Inspire Academy - A Sch Of Inquiry. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 47302 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Indiana public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency 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)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Cowan High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
9401 S Nottingham
Muncie, IN 47302
(765) 289-7128
Muncie, IN 47302
(765) 289-7128
Grades: 7-12
| 350 students
Rank: #22.
Cowan Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1000 W Cr 600 S
Muncie, IN 47302
(765) 289-7129
Muncie, IN 47302
(765) 289-7129
Grades: K-6
| 436 students
Rank: #33.
Inspire Academy - A Sch Of Inquiry
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2801 E 16th St
Muncie, IN 47302
(765) 216-7980
Muncie, IN 47302
(765) 216-7980
Grades: PK-8
| 194 students
Rank: #44.
Southside Middle School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1601 East 26th St
Muncie, IN 47302
(765) 747-5320
Muncie, IN 47302
(765) 747-5320
Grades: 6-8
| 459 students
Rank: #55.
South View Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2100 S Franklin
Muncie, IN 47302
(765) 747-5226
Muncie, IN 47302
(765) 747-5226
Grades: PK-5
| 498 students
Rank: #66.
Grissom Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3201 S Macedonia Ave
Muncie, IN 47302
(765) 747-5401
Muncie, IN 47302
(765) 747-5401
Grades: PK-5
| 451 students
Rank: n/an/a
4301 S Cowan Rd
Muncie, IN 47302
(765) 256-9999
Muncie, IN 47302
(765) 256-9999
Grades: K-12
| 62 students
47302, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1600 S Madison St
Muncie, IN 47302
(765) 747-5398
Muncie, IN 47302
(765) 747-5398
Grades: K-5
| 297 students
2801 East 16th St
Muncie, IN 47302
(765) 288-9633
Muncie, IN 47302
(765) 288-9633
Grades: K-8
| 129 students
1601 E 26th St
Muncie, IN 47302
(765) 747-5320
Muncie, IN 47302
(765) 747-5320
Grades: 9-12
| 895 students
3100 E Memorial Dr
Muncie, IN 47302
(765) 747-5431
Muncie, IN 47302
(765) 747-5431
Grades: K-5
| 352 students
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 Inspire Academy - A Sch Of Inquiry.
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).
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