For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,582 students in 47842, IN.
The top ranked public schools in 47842, IN are Central Elementary School, Van Duyn Elementary School and South Vermillion High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 47842 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Indiana public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 47842, IN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 47842, IN Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
208 S 9th St
Clinton, IN 47842
(765) 832-7731
Clinton, IN 47842
(765) 832-7731
Grades: PK-5
| 370 students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Van Duyn Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
15095 S Range Line Rd
Clinton, IN 47842
(765) 832-7761
Clinton, IN 47842
(765) 832-7761
Grades: PK-5
| 257 students
Rank: #33.
South Vermillion High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
770 W Wildcat Dr
Clinton, IN 47842
(765) 832-3551
Clinton, IN 47842
(765) 832-3551
Grades: 9-12
| 468 students
Rank: #44.
South Vermillion Middle School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
950 W Wildcat Dr
Clinton, IN 47842
(765) 832-7727
Clinton, IN 47842
(765) 832-7727
Grades: 5-8
| 487 students
47842, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
72 E 1100 S
Clinton, IN 47842
(765) 832-7718
Clinton, IN 47842
(765) 832-7718
Grades: PK-5
| 224 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 47842, IN?
The top ranked public schools in 47842, IN include Central Elementary School, Van Duyn Elementary School and South Vermillion High School.
How many public schools are located in 47842?
4 public schools are located in 47842.
What is the racial composition of students in 47842?
47842 public schools minority enrollment is 5% 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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