Top 5 Best 47501 Indiana Public Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,443 students in 47501, IN (there are 3 private schools, serving 485 private students). 83% of all K-12 students in 47501, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in 47501, IN are Veale Elementary School, North Elementary School and Washington High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 47501 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Indiana public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in 47501, IN have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best 47501, IN Public Schools (2024)

School (Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Veale Elementary School
Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
326 E 450 S
Washington, IN 47501
(812) 254-3968
Grades: K-6
| 153 students
Rank: #22.
North Elementary School
Math: 44% | Reading: 43%
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
600 Ne 6th St
Washington, IN 47501
(812) 254-8363
Grades: K-6
| 383 students
Rank: #33.
Washington High School
Math: 25-29% | Reading: 55-59%
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
608 E Walnut St
Washington, IN 47501
(812) 254-3860
Grades: 9-12
| 746 students
Rank: #44.
Helen Griffith Elementary School
Math: 40-44% | Reading: 30-34%
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
803 E National Hwy
Washington, IN 47501
(812) 254-8360
Grades: K-6
| 366 students
Rank: #55.
Washington Junior High School
Math: 30% | Reading: 34%
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
210 Ne 6th St
Washington, IN 47501
(812) 254-2682
Grades: 7-8
| 435 students
Rank: #66.
Lena Dunn Elementary School
Math: 28% | Reading: 19%
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
801 Nw 11th St
Washington, IN 47501
(812) 254-8366
Grades: PK-6
| 360 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 47501, IN?
The top ranked public schools in 47501, IN include Veale Elementary School, North Elementary School and Washington High School.
How many public schools are located in 47501, IN?
6 public schools are located in 47501, IN.
What percentage of students in 47501, IN go to public school?
83% of all K-12 students in 47501, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 47501, IN?
47501, IN public schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).

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