For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 445 students in 47720, IN (there are , serving 1,056 private students). 30% of all K-12 students in 47720, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public school in 47720, IN is Cynthia Heights Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 47720 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 47720, IN have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 47720, IN Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cynthia Heights Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7225 Big Cynthiana Rd
Evansville, IN 47720
(812) 435-8740
Evansville, IN 47720
(812) 435-8740
Gr: K-5 | 445 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 47720, IN?
The top ranked public schools in 47720, IN include Cynthia Heights Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 47720?
1 public schools are located in 47720.
What percentage of students in 47720 go to public school?
30% of all K-12 students in 47720 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 47720?
47720 public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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