For the 2025-26 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, North Vernon Elementary School and Sand Creek 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 37% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 41%), 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 (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Brush Creek Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4275 E Us Hwy 50
North Vernon, IN 47265
(812) 458-6582
North Vernon, IN 47265
(812) 458-6582
Gr: K-6 | 293 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
North Vernon Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
810 W Walnut
North Vernon, IN 47265
(812) 346-4903
North Vernon, IN 47265
(812) 346-4903
Gr: PK-6 | 593 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #33.
Sand Creek Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1450 W Cr 500 N
North Vernon, IN 47265
(812) 352-9343
North Vernon, IN 47265
(812) 352-9343
Gr: PK-6 | 398 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
47265, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
100 Webster St
North Vernon, IN 47265
(812) 346-7830
North Vernon, IN 47265
(812) 346-7830
Gr: PK-K | 144 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
1200 West O And M Ave
North Vernon, IN 47265
(812) 346-2905
North Vernon, IN 47265
(812) 346-2905
Gr: 7-12
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, North Vernon Elementary School and Sand Creek 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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