For the 2026-27 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 3,923 students in 47591, IN (there are 2 private schools, serving 379 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 47591, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public schools in 47591, IN are Benjamin Franklin Elementary School, South Knox Elementary School and South Knox Middle-high School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 47591 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 47591, IN have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 47591, IN Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Benjamin Franklin Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2600 Wabash Avenue
Vincennes, IN 47591
(812) 882-8176
Vincennes, IN 47591
(812) 882-8176
Gr: K-5 | 413 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
South Knox Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6078 E Sr 61
Vincennes, IN 47591
(812) 743-2591
Vincennes, IN 47591
(812) 743-2591
Gr: K-6 | 653 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #33.
South Knox Middle-high School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6136 E Sr 61
Vincennes, IN 47591
(812) 726-4450
Vincennes, IN 47591
(812) 726-4450
Gr: 7-12 | 562 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #44.
George Rogers Clark School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1926 S Richard Bauer Drive
Vincennes, IN 47591
(812) 882-5172
Vincennes, IN 47591
(812) 882-5172
Gr: 6-8 | 626 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #55.
Francis Vigo Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1513 Main Street
Vincennes, IN 47591
(812) 882-5817
Vincennes, IN 47591
(812) 882-5817
Gr: PK-5 | 314 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #66.
Lincoln High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1545 S Hart Street Road
Vincennes, IN 47591
(812) 882-8480
Vincennes, IN 47591
(812) 882-8480
Gr: 9-12 | 704 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #77.
James Whitcomb Riley Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1008 Upper 11th Street
Vincennes, IN 47591
(812) 882-7953
Vincennes, IN 47591
(812) 882-7953
Gr: K-5 | 154 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #88.
Tecumseh-harrison Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2116 N 2nd Street
Vincennes, IN 47591
(812) 882-8458
Vincennes, IN 47591
(812) 882-8458
Gr: K-5 | 380 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #99.
Washington Learning Academy
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2134 Washington Ave
Vincennes, IN 47591
(812) 882-5167
Vincennes, IN 47591
(812) 882-5167
Gr: 6-12 | 117 students Student-teacher ratio: 29:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
47591, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Area District #43 - Twin Rivers Cte Area (Closed 2023)
Vocational School
4207 Purdue Rd
Vincennes, IN 47591
(812) 882-0801
Vincennes, IN 47591
(812) 882-0801
Gr: 9-12
2134 Washington Ave
Vincennes, IN 47591
(812) 882-5167
Vincennes, IN 47591
(812) 882-5167
Gr: K-5
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 47591, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in 47591, IN include Benjamin Franklin Elementary School, South Knox Elementary School and South Knox Middle-high School.
How many public schools are located in 47591?
10 public schools are located in 47591.
What percentage of students in 47591 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 47591 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 47591?
47591 public schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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