For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 596 students in 47040, IN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 47040, IN are Ohio County Elementary School and Ohio County Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 47040 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 47040, IN have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Indiana public elementary school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 47040, IN Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ohio County Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
436 S Mulberry St
Rising Sun, IN 47040
(812) 438-2626
Rising Sun, IN 47040
(812) 438-2626
Gr: PK-5 | 409 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Ohio County Middle School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
436 S Mulberry St
Rising Sun, IN 47040
(812) 438-2626
Rising Sun, IN 47040
(812) 438-2626
Gr: 6-8 | 187 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 47040, IN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 47040, IN include Ohio County Elementary School and Ohio County Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 47040?
2 public elementary schools are located in 47040.
What is the racial composition of students in 47040?
47040 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Indiana public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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