For the 2025-26 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,523 students in 47170, IN (there are 1 private school, serving 130 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 47170, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 47170, IN are Johnson Elementary School, Vienna-finley Elementary School and Scottsburg Senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 47170 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 47170, 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 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 47170, IN Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Johnson Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4235 E Sr 256
Scottsburg, IN 47170
(812) 752-8923
Scottsburg, IN 47170
(812) 752-8923
Gr: PK-5 | 252 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Vienna-finley Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
445 Ivan Rogers Dr
Scottsburg, IN 47170
(812) 752-8925
Scottsburg, IN 47170
(812) 752-8925
Gr: K-5 | 397 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #33.
Scottsburg Senior High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
500 S Gardner
Scottsburg, IN 47170
(812) 752-8927
Scottsburg, IN 47170
(812) 752-8927
Gr: 9-12 | 730 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #44.
Scottsburg Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
49 N Hyland St
Scottsburg, IN 47170
(812) 752-8922
Scottsburg, IN 47170
(812) 752-8922
Gr: PK-5 | 467 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #55.
Scottsburg Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
425 S 3rd St
Scottsburg, IN 47170
(812) 752-8926
Scottsburg, IN 47170
(812) 752-8926
Gr: 6-8 | 576 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: n/an/a
500 S. Gardner St.
Scottsburg, IN 47170
(812) 752-8921
Scottsburg, IN 47170
(812) 752-8921
Gr: PK | 101 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 47170, IN?
The top ranked public schools in 47170, IN include Johnson Elementary School, Vienna-finley Elementary School and Scottsburg Senior High School.
How many public schools are located in 47170?
6 public schools are located in 47170.
What percentage of students in 47170 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 47170 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 47170?
47170 public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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