For the 2024-25 school year, there are 14 public schools serving 9,937 students in 47201, IN (there are 10 private schools, serving 1,739 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in 47201, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in 47201, IN are Csa Lincoln Campus, Southside Elementary School and Columbus North High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 47201 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Indiana public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 47201, IN have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 47201, IN Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Csa Lincoln Campus
Magnet School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
750 5th St
Columbus, IN 47201
(812) 376-4447
Columbus, IN 47201
(812) 376-4447
Grades: K-6
| 357 students
Rank: #22.
Southside Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1320 W 200 S
Columbus, IN 47201
(812) 376-4423
Columbus, IN 47201
(812) 376-4423
Grades: PK-6
| 905 students
Rank: #33.
Columbus North High School
Magnet School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1400 25th St
Columbus, IN 47201
(812) 376-4432
Columbus, IN 47201
(812) 376-4432
Grades: 9-12
| 2,224 students
Rank: #44.
Parkside Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1400 Parkside Dr
Columbus, IN 47201
(812) 376-4314
Columbus, IN 47201
(812) 376-4314
Grades: PK-6
| 727 students
Rank: #55.
Rockcreek Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
13000 E 200 S
Columbus, IN 47201
(812) 579-5221
Columbus, IN 47201
(812) 579-5221
Grades: PK-6
| 353 students
Rank: #66.
Northside Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1400 27th St
Columbus, IN 47201
(812) 376-4405
Columbus, IN 47201
(812) 376-4405
Grades: 7-8
| 904 students
Rank: #77.
W D Richards Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3311 Fairlawn Dr
Columbus, IN 47201
(812) 376-4311
Columbus, IN 47201
(812) 376-4311
Grades: PK-6
| 584 students
Rank: #88.
Columbus East High School
Magnet School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
230 S Marr Rd
Columbus, IN 47201
(812) 376-4369
Columbus, IN 47201
(812) 376-4369
Grades: 9-12
| 1,535 students
Rank: #99.
Central Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
725 7th St
Columbus, IN 47201
(812) 376-4287
Columbus, IN 47201
(812) 376-4287
Grades: 7-8
| 859 students
Rank: #1010.
Csa Fodrea Campus
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2775 Illinois St
Columbus, IN 47201
(812) 376-4321
Columbus, IN 47201
(812) 376-4321
Grades: PK-6
| 345 students
Rank: #1111.
Lillian Schmitt Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2675 California
Columbus, IN 47201
(812) 376-4307
Columbus, IN 47201
(812) 376-4307
Grades: PK-6
| 677 students
Rank: #1212.
Mount Healthy Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
12150 S Sr 58
Columbus, IN 47201
(812) 342-2463
Columbus, IN 47201
(812) 342-2463
Grades: PK-6
| 402 students
Rank: n/an/a
Columbus Area Career Connection
Vocational School
Magnet School
Magnet School
1400 25th St
Columbus, IN 47201
(812) 376-4240
Columbus, IN 47201
(812) 376-4240
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Richard L Johnson Early Educ Center
Magnet School
1209 S Sycamore St
Columbus, IN 47201
(812) 376-4569
Columbus, IN 47201
(812) 376-4569
Grades: PK
| 65 students
47201, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
International School Of Columbus (Closed 2015)
Charter School
3136 N National Rd-suite E
Columbus, IN 47201
(812) 314-7078
Columbus, IN 47201
(812) 314-7078
Grades: 7-12
| 124 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 47201, IN?
The top ranked public schools in 47201, IN include Csa Lincoln Campus, Southside Elementary School and Columbus North High School.
How many public schools are located in 47201?
14 public schools are located in 47201.
What percentage of students in 47201 go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in 47201 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 47201?
47201 public schools minority enrollment is 32% 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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