For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,426 students in 47630, IN.
The top ranked public middle schools in 47630, IN are Castle North Middle School and Castle South Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 47630 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Indiana public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 47630, IN have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Indiana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public middle school average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 47630, IN Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Castle North Middle School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2800 Hwy 261
Newburgh, IN 47630
(812) 853-7347
Newburgh, IN 47630
(812) 853-7347
Grades: 6-8
| 752 students
Rank: #22.
Castle South Middle School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3711 Casey Rd
Newburgh, IN 47630
(812) 490-7930
Newburgh, IN 47630
(812) 490-7930
Grades: 6-8
| 674 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 47630, IN?
The top ranked public middle schools in 47630, IN include Castle North Middle School and Castle South Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 47630?
2 public middle schools are located in 47630.
What is the racial composition of students in 47630?
47630 public middle schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public middle schools average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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