For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 286 students in 47838, IN.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 47838, IN are Carlisle Elementary School and Carlisle Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 47838 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 47838, IN have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public elementary school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 47838, IN Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Carlisle Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
204 W Eaton St
Carlisle, IN 47838
(812) 398-3851
Carlisle, IN 47838
(812) 398-3851
Gr: PK-5 | 203 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Carlisle Middle School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
204 W Eaton St.
Carlisle, IN 47838
(812) 398-3851
Carlisle, IN 47838
(812) 398-3851
Gr: 6-8 | 83 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
47838, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
6908 South Old Hwy Us 41
Carlisle, IN 47838
(812) 398-5050
Carlisle, IN 47838
(812) 398-5050
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 47838, IN?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 47838, IN include Carlisle Elementary School and Carlisle Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 47838?
2 public elementary schools are located in 47838.
What is the racial composition of students in 47838?
47838 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public elementary schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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