For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,705 students in 46979, IN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 46979, IN are Western Intermediate School and Western Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 46979 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 46979, IN have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Indiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Indiana public elementary school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46979, IN Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Western Intermediate School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2600 S 600 W
Russiaville, IN 46979
(765) 883-5554
Russiaville, IN 46979
(765) 883-5554
Gr: 3-5 | 582 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #22.
Western Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2600 S 600 W
Russiaville, IN 46979
(765) 883-5566
Russiaville, IN 46979
(765) 883-5566
Gr: 6-8 | 581 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: n/an/a
2600 S 600 W
Russiaville, IN 46979
(765) 883-5528
Russiaville, IN 46979
(765) 883-5528
Gr: K-2 | 542 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 46979, IN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 46979, IN include Western Intermediate School and Western Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 46979?
3 public elementary schools are located in 46979.
What is the racial composition of students in 46979?
46979 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Indiana public elementary schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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