For the 2025-26 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 2,367 students in 47362, IN.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 47362, IN are James Whitcomb Riley Elementary School, Westwood Elementary School and Wilbur Wright Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 47362 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 47362, IN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public elementary school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 47362, IN Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
James Whitcomb Riley Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1201 Riley Rd
New Castle, IN 47362
(765) 521-7211
New Castle, IN 47362
(765) 521-7211
Gr: PK-6 | 253 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Westwood Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1015 S Greensboro Pike
New Castle, IN 47362
(765) 521-7215
New Castle, IN 47362
(765) 521-7215
Gr: K-6 | 272 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #33.
Wilbur Wright Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1950 Washington St
New Castle, IN 47362
(765) 521-7217
New Castle, IN 47362
(765) 521-7217
Gr: PK-6 | 327 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #44.
Blue River Valley Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4713 N Viking Trail
New Castle, IN 47362
(765) 836-4851
New Castle, IN 47362
(765) 836-4851
Gr: PK-6 | 317 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #55.
Eastwood Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
806 S 22nd St
New Castle, IN 47362
(765) 521-7205
New Castle, IN 47362
(765) 521-7205
Gr: PK-6 | 280 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #66.
New Castle Middle School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
601 Parkview Dr
New Castle, IN 47362
(765) 521-7230
New Castle, IN 47362
(765) 521-7230
Gr: 6-8 | 633 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #77.
Parker Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1819 Roosevelt
New Castle, IN 47362
(765) 521-7209
New Castle, IN 47362
(765) 521-7209
Gr: PK-5 | 285 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
47362, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
329 South 5th St
New Castle, IN 47362
(765) 521-7207
New Castle, IN 47362
(765) 521-7207
Gr: K-6
Henry County Youth Center (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
103 West Cr 100 North
New Castle, IN 47362
(765) 593-9603
New Castle, IN 47362
(765) 593-9603
Gr: 6-12 | 12 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
New Castle Area Vocational School (Closed 2006)
Vocational School
801 Parkview Dr
New Castle, IN 47362
(765) 593-6680
New Castle, IN 47362
(765) 593-6680
North Campus Alternative School (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
1407 Walnut St
New Castle, IN 47362
(765) 521-7237
New Castle, IN 47362
(765) 521-7237
Gr: 6-12 | 107 students Minority enrollment: 4%
2601 S 14th St
New Castle, IN 47362
(765) 521-7213
New Castle, IN 47362
(765) 521-7213
Gr: K-4 | 64 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 47362, IN?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 47362, IN include James Whitcomb Riley Elementary School, Westwood Elementary School and Wilbur Wright Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 47362?
7 public elementary schools are located in 47362.
What is the racial composition of students in 47362?
47362 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 14% 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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