For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,910 students in 47172, IN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 47172, IN are Silver Creek Middle School, Silver Creek Elementary School and Rock Creek Community Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 47172 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 47172, IN have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Indiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public elementary school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 47172, IN Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Silver Creek Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
495 N Indiana Ave
Sellersburg, IN 47172
(812) 246-4421
Sellersburg, IN 47172
(812) 246-4421
Gr: 6-8 | 748 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #22.
Silver Creek Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
503 N Indiana Ave
Sellersburg, IN 47172
(812) 246-3312
Sellersburg, IN 47172
(812) 246-3312
Gr: 2-5 | 980 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #33.
Rock Creek Community Academy
Charter School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
8000 Diefenbach Ln
Sellersburg, IN 47172
(812) 246-9271
Sellersburg, IN 47172
(812) 246-9271
Gr: K-12 | 672 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: n/an/a
8604 Commerce Park Dr
Sellersburg, IN 47172
(812) 248-7250
Sellersburg, IN 47172
(812) 248-7250
Gr: PK-1 | 510 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 47172, IN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 47172, IN include Silver Creek Middle School, Silver Creek Elementary School and Rock Creek Community Academy.
How many public elementary schools are located in 47172?
4 public elementary schools are located in 47172.
What is the racial composition of students in 47172?
47172 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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