For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,209 students in 47371, IN (there are , serving 149 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 47371, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 47371, IN are East Elementary School, East Jay Elementary School and Jay County Jr/sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 47371 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Indiana public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 47371, IN have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 47371, IN Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
East Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 70-74% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
705 E Tallman St
Portland, IN 47371
(260) 726-9418
Portland, IN 47371
(260) 726-9418
Grades: K-2
| 399 students
Rank: #22.
East Jay Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
225 E Water St
Portland, IN 47371
(260) 726-9371
Portland, IN 47371
(260) 726-9371
Grades: 3-6
| 532 students
Rank: #33.
Jay County Jr/sr High School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2072 W Sr 67
Portland, IN 47371
(260) 726-9306
Portland, IN 47371
(260) 726-9306
Grades: 7-12
| 1,278 students
47371, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
225 E Water St
Portland, IN 47371
(260) 726-9371
Portland, IN 47371
(260) 726-9371
Grades: 6-8
| n/a students
827 High St
Portland, IN 47371
(260) 726-8890
Portland, IN 47371
(260) 726-8890
Grades: K-5
| 217 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 47371, IN?
The top ranked public schools in 47371, IN include East Elementary School, East Jay Elementary School and Jay County Jr/sr High School.
How many public schools are located in 47371?
3 public schools are located in 47371.
What percentage of students in 47371 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 47371 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 47371?
47371 public schools minority enrollment is 12% 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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