For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 3,078 students in 47265, IN (there are , serving 244 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 47265, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 47265, IN are Brush Creek Elementary School, North Vernon Elementary School and Jennings County Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 47265 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 47265, IN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 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 47265, IN 51±¬ÁÏs (2025)
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.
Jennings County Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
820 W Walnut
North Vernon, IN 47265
(812) 346-4940
North Vernon, IN 47265
(812) 346-4940
Gr: 7-8 | 620 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #44.
Jennings County High School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
800 W Walnut
North Vernon, IN 47265
(812) 346-5588
North Vernon, IN 47265
(812) 346-5588
Gr: 9-12 | 1,174 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #55.
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 51±¬ÁÏs (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 schools in 47265, IN?
The top ranked public schools in 47265, IN include Brush Creek Elementary School, North Vernon Elementary School and Jennings County Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 47265?
5 public schools are located in 47265.
What percentage of students in 47265 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 47265 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 47265?
47265 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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