For the 2024-25 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,408 students in 47111, IN (there are 1 private school, serving 39 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 47111, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in 47111, IN are Pleasant Ridge Elementary School, Jonathan Jennings Elementary School and Charlestown Senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 47111 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Indiana public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 47111, IN have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 47111, IN Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pleasant Ridge Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 67% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1250 Monroe St
Charlestown, IN 47111
(812) 256-7286
Charlestown, IN 47111
(812) 256-7286
Grades: PK-2
| 531 students
Rank: #22.
Jonathan Jennings Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
603 Market St
Charlestown, IN 47111
(812) 256-7284
Charlestown, IN 47111
(812) 256-7284
Grades: 3-5
| 477 students
Rank: #33.
Charlestown Senior High School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
Monroe/park Sts
Charlestown, IN 47111
(812) 256-3328
Charlestown, IN 47111
(812) 256-3328
Grades: 9-12
| 788 students
Rank: #44.
Charlestown Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8804 High Jackson Rd
Charlestown, IN 47111
(812) 256-6363
Charlestown, IN 47111
(812) 256-6363
Grades: 6-8
| 612 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 47111, IN?
The top ranked public schools in 47111, IN include Pleasant Ridge Elementary School, Jonathan Jennings Elementary School and Charlestown Senior High School.
How many public schools are located in 47111?
4 public schools are located in 47111.
What percentage of students in 47111 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 47111 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 47111?
47111 public schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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