For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,284 students in 47265, IN.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 47265, IN are Brush Creek Elementary School, Sand Creek Elementary School and North Vernon Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 47265 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 47265, 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 47265, IN Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Brush Creek Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4275 E Us Hwy 50
North Vernon, IN 47265
(812) 458-6582
North Vernon, IN 47265
(812) 458-6582
Grades: K-6
| 293 students
Rank: #22.
Sand Creek Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1450 W Cr 500 N
North Vernon, IN 47265
(812) 352-9343
North Vernon, IN 47265
(812) 352-9343
Grades: PK-6
| 398 students
Rank: #33.
North Vernon Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
810 W Walnut
North Vernon, IN 47265
(812) 346-4903
North Vernon, IN 47265
(812) 346-4903
Grades: PK-6
| 593 students
47265, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
100 Webster St
North Vernon, IN 47265
(812) 346-7830
North Vernon, IN 47265
(812) 346-7830
Grades: PK-K
| 144 students
1200 West O And M Ave
North Vernon, IN 47265
(812) 346-2905
North Vernon, IN 47265
(812) 346-2905
Grades: 7-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 47265, IN?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 47265, IN include Brush Creek Elementary School, Sand Creek Elementary School and North Vernon Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 47265?
3 public elementary schools are located in 47265.
What is the racial composition of students in 47265?
47265 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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