For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 574 students in 47971, IN.
The top ranked public elementary school in 47971, IN is Prairie Crossing Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 47971 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 47971, IN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public elementary school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 47971, IN Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Prairie Crossing Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2758 S 400 E
Oxford, IN 47971
(765) 884-3000
Oxford, IN 47971
(765) 884-3000
Gr: K-6 | 574 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
47971, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
405 N 5th St
Oxford, IN 47971
(765) 385-2223
Oxford, IN 47971
(765) 385-2223
Gr: K-6 | 165 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 47971, IN?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 47971, IN include Prairie Crossing Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 47971?
1 public elementary schools are located in 47971.
What is the racial composition of students in 47971?
47971 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public elementary schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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