For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,029 students in 47978, IN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 47978, IN are Van Rensselaer Elementary School and Rensselaer Central Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 47978 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 47978, IN have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Indiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public elementary school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 47978, IN Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Van Rensselaer Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
902 E Washington
Rensselaer, IN 47978
(219) 866-8212
Rensselaer, IN 47978
(219) 866-8212
Gr: 3-5 | 310 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #22.
Rensselaer Central Middle School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1106 Bomber Blvd
Rensselaer, IN 47978
(219) 866-4661
Rensselaer, IN 47978
(219) 866-4661
Gr: 6-8 | 332 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: n/an/a
1144 N Melville St
Rensselaer, IN 47978
(219) 866-5441
Rensselaer, IN 47978
(219) 866-5441
Gr: PK-2 | 387 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 47978, IN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 47978, IN include Van Rensselaer Elementary School and Rensselaer Central Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 47978?
3 public elementary schools are located in 47978.
What is the racial composition of students in 47978?
47978 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public elementary schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).