Best 47165 Indiana Public Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,316 students in 47165, IN.
The top-ranked public schools in 47165, IN are East Washington Elementary School, Eastern High School and East Washington Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 47165 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 47165, IN have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best 47165, IN Public Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
East Washington Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1020 N Eastern School Rd
Pekin, IN 47165
(812) 967-2929
Gr: PK-4 | 506 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Eastern High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1100 N Eastern School Rd E-3
Pekin, IN 47165
(812) 967-3931
Gr: 9-12 | 392 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #33.
East Washington Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1100 N Eastern School Rd E-5
Pekin, IN 47165
(812) 967-5000
Gr: 5-8 | 418 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 47165, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in 47165, IN include East Washington Elementary School, Eastern High School and East Washington Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 47165?
3 public schools are located in 47165.
What is the racial composition of students in 47165?
47165 public schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).

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