For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,601 students in 46173, IN (there are 1 private school, serving 130 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 46173, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public schools in 46173, IN are Rushville Elementary School, Benjamin Rush Middle School and Rushville Consolidated High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 46173 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 46173, IN have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46173, IN Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rushville Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
390 W 16th St
Rushville, IN 46173
(765) 938-1616
Rushville, IN 46173
(765) 938-1616
Gr: PK-6 | 682 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Benjamin Rush Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1601 N Sexton St
Rushville, IN 46173
(765) 932-2968
Rushville, IN 46173
(765) 932-2968
Gr: 7-8 | 300 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #33.
Rushville Consolidated High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1201 Lions Path
Rushville, IN 46173
(765) 932-3901
Rushville, IN 46173
(765) 932-3901
Gr: 9-12 | 619 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
46173, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
400 West 16th St
Rushville, IN 46173
(765) 932-2961
Rushville, IN 46173
(765) 932-2961
Gr: PK-6
410 W 16 St
Rushville, IN 46173
(765) 938-1509
Rushville, IN 46173
(765) 938-1509
Gr: PK-6 | 366 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 46173, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in 46173, IN include Rushville Elementary School, Benjamin Rush Middle School and Rushville Consolidated High School.
How many public schools are located in 46173?
3 public schools are located in 46173.
What percentage of students in 46173 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 46173 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 46173?
46173 public schools minority enrollment is 8% 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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