For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 1,960 students in 47302, IN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 47302, IN are Cowan Elementary School, Grissom Elementary School and Southside Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 47302 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 16% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 47302, IN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Indiana public elementary school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 47302, IN Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cowan Elementary School
(Math: 42% | 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
Gr: K-6 | 409 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Grissom Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | 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
Gr: PK-5 | 411 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #33.
Southside Middle School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1601 East 26th St
Muncie, IN 47302
(765) 747-5320
Muncie, IN 47302
(765) 747-5320
Gr: 6-8 | 469 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #44.
Inspire Academy - A School Of Inquiry
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | 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
Gr: PK-8 | 201 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #55.
South View Elementary School
(Math: 7% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2100 S Franklin
Muncie, IN 47302
(765) 747-5226
Muncie, IN 47302
(765) 747-5226
Gr: PK-5 | 470 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 47302, IN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 47302, IN include Cowan Elementary School, Grissom Elementary School and Southside Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 47302?
5 public elementary schools are located in 47302.
What is the racial composition of students in 47302?
47302 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Indiana public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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