For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,012 students in 47882, IN.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 47882, IN are Sullivan Middle School and Sullivan Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 47882 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 47882, IN have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Indiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Indiana public elementary school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 47882, IN Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Sullivan Middle School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
415 W Frakes St
Sullivan, IN 47882
(812) 268-4000
Sullivan, IN 47882
(812) 268-4000
Grades: 6-8
| 361 students
Rank: #22.
Sullivan Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
351 W Frakes St
Sullivan, IN 47882
(812) 268-3341
Sullivan, IN 47882
(812) 268-3341
Grades: PK-5
| 651 students
47882, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Rural Community Academy (Closed 2023)
Charter School
2385 N Sr 63
Sullivan, IN 47882
(812) 382-4500
Sullivan, IN 47882
(812) 382-4500
Grades: K-8
| 85 students
820 N Section
Sullivan, IN 47882
(812) 268-4000
Sullivan, IN 47882
(812) 268-4000
Grades: 7-12
| 213 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 47882, IN?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 47882, IN include Sullivan Middle School and Sullivan Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 47882?
2 public elementary schools are located in 47882.
What is the racial composition of students in 47882?
47882 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Indiana public elementary schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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