For the 2024-25 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 3,805 students in 47172, IN (there are 1 private school, serving 356 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 47172, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in 47172, IN are Silver Creek Middle School, Silver Creek Elementary School and Rock Creek Community Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 47172 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Indiana public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 47172, IN have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 47172, IN Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Silver Creek Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
495 N Indiana Ave
Sellersburg, IN 47172
(812) 246-4421
Sellersburg, IN 47172
(812) 246-4421
Grades: 6-8
| 760 students
Rank: #22.
Silver Creek Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
503 N Indiana Ave
Sellersburg, IN 47172
(812) 246-3312
Sellersburg, IN 47172
(812) 246-3312
Grades: 2-5
| 899 students
Rank: #33.
Rock Creek Community Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
8000 Diefenbach Ln
Sellersburg, IN 47172
(812) 246-9271
Sellersburg, IN 47172
(812) 246-9271
Grades: K-12
| 661 students
Rank: #44.
Silver Creek High School
Magnet School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
557 Renz Ave
Sellersburg, IN 47172
(812) 246-3391
Sellersburg, IN 47172
(812) 246-3391
Grades: 9-12
| 935 students
Rank: n/an/a
Silver Creek Primary School
Magnet School
8604 Commerce Park Dr
Sellersburg, IN 47172
(812) 248-7250
Sellersburg, IN 47172
(812) 248-7250
Grades: PK-1
| 550 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 47172, IN?
The top ranked public schools in 47172, IN include Silver Creek Middle School, Silver Creek Elementary School and Rock Creek Community Academy.
How many public schools are located in 47172?
5 public schools are located in 47172.
What percentage of students in 47172 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 47172 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 47172?
47172 public schools minority enrollment is 21% 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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