For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 792 students in 47971, IN.
The top-ranked public middle school in 47971, IN is Benton Central Jr-sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 47971 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Indiana public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 47971, IN have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public middle school average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 47971, IN Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Benton Central Jr-sr High School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4241 E 300 S
Oxford, IN 47971
(765) 884-1600
Oxford, IN 47971
(765) 884-1600
Gr: 7-12 | 792 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 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 middle schools in 47971, IN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 47971, IN include Benton Central Jr-sr High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 47971?
1 public middle schools are located in 47971.
What is the racial composition of students in 47971?
47971 public middle schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public middle schools average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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