For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 618 students in 47946, IN.
The top ranked public schools in 47946, IN are West Central Elementary School, West Central Middle School and West Central Senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 47946 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Indiana public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 47946, IN have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 47946, IN Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
West Central Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1842 S Us 421
Francesville, IN 47946
(219) 567-9741
Francesville, IN 47946
(219) 567-9741
Grades: K-6
| 309 students
Rank: #22.
West Central Middle School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1852 S Us 421
Francesville, IN 47946
(219) 567-2534
Francesville, IN 47946
(219) 567-2534
Grades: 7-8
| 97 students
Rank: #33.
West Central Senior High School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1852 S Us 421
Francesville, IN 47946
(219) 567-9119
Francesville, IN 47946
(219) 567-9119
Grades: 9-12
| 212 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 47946, IN?
The top ranked public schools in 47946, IN include West Central Elementary School, West Central Middle School and West Central Senior High School.
How many public schools are located in 47946?
3 public schools are located in 47946.
What is the racial composition of students in 47946?
47946 public schools minority enrollment is 13% 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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