For the 2025-26 school year, there are 9 public elementary schools serving 4,389 students in 47201, IN.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 47201, IN are Csa Lincoln Campus, Southside Elementary School and Rockcreek Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 47201 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 47201, IN have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Indiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public elementary school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 47201, IN Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Csa Lincoln Campus
(Math: 80% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
750 5th St
Columbus, IN 47201
(812) 376-4447
Columbus, IN 47201
(812) 376-4447
Gr: K-6 | 366 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #22.
Southside Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1320 W 200 S
Columbus, IN 47201
(812) 376-4423
Columbus, IN 47201
(812) 376-4423
Gr: PK-6 | 893 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #33.
Rockcreek Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
13000 E 200 S
Columbus, IN 47201
(812) 579-5221
Columbus, IN 47201
(812) 579-5221
Gr: PK-6 | 352 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #44.
Parkside Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1400 Parkside Dr
Columbus, IN 47201
(812) 376-4314
Columbus, IN 47201
(812) 376-4314
Gr: PK-6 | 724 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #55.
W D Richards Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3311 Fairlawn Dr
Columbus, IN 47201
(812) 376-4311
Columbus, IN 47201
(812) 376-4311
Gr: PK-6 | 608 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #66.
Lillian Schmitt Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2675 California
Columbus, IN 47201
(812) 376-4307
Columbus, IN 47201
(812) 376-4307
Gr: PK-6 | 689 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #77.
Csa Fodrea Campus
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2775 Illinois St
Columbus, IN 47201
(812) 376-4321
Columbus, IN 47201
(812) 376-4321
Gr: PK-6 | 351 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #88.
Mount Healthy Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
12150 S Sr 58
Columbus, IN 47201
(812) 342-2463
Columbus, IN 47201
(812) 342-2463
Gr: PK-6 | 406 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: n/an/a
Columbus Area Career Connection
Vocational School
1400 25th St
Columbus, IN 47201
(812) 376-4240
Columbus, IN 47201
(812) 376-4240
Gr: 6-12
47201, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
3136 N National Rd-suite E
Columbus, IN 47201
(812) 314-7078
Columbus, IN 47201
(812) 314-7078
Gr: 7-12 | 124 students Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 47201, IN?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 47201, IN include Csa Lincoln Campus, Southside Elementary School and Rockcreek Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 47201?
9 public elementary schools are located in 47201.
What is the racial composition of students in 47201?
47201 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 36% 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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