For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,589 students in 47501, IN (there are 2 private schools, serving 506 private students). 84% of all K-12 students in 47501, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in 47501, IN are Veale Elementary School, Washington Upper Elementary School and Washington Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 47501 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Indiana public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 47501, IN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 47501, IN Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Veale Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
326 E 450 S
Washington, IN 47501
(812) 254-3968
Washington, IN 47501
(812) 254-3968
Grades: K-4
| 75 students
Rank: #22.
Washington Upper Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
600 Ne 6th St
Washington, IN 47501
(812) 254-8363
Washington, IN 47501
(812) 254-8363
Grades: 5-6
| 345 students
Rank: #33.
Washington Junior High School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
210 Ne 6th St
Washington, IN 47501
(812) 254-2682
Washington, IN 47501
(812) 254-2682
Grades: 7-8
| 401 students
Rank: #44.
Washington High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
608 E Walnut St
Washington, IN 47501
(812) 254-3860
Washington, IN 47501
(812) 254-3860
Grades: 9-12
| 813 students
Rank: #55.
Washington Primary
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
803 E National Hwy
Washington, IN 47501
(812) 254-8360
Washington, IN 47501
(812) 254-8360
Grades: PK-1
| 460 students
Rank: #66.
Washington Intermediate
(Math: 31% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
801 Nw 11th St
Washington, IN 47501
(812) 254-8366
Washington, IN 47501
(812) 254-8366
Grades: 2-4
| 495 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 47501, IN?
The top ranked public schools in 47501, IN include Veale Elementary School, Washington Upper Elementary School and Washington Junior High School.
How many public schools are located in 47501?
6 public schools are located in 47501.
What percentage of students in 47501 go to public school?
84% of all K-12 students in 47501 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 47501?
47501 public schools minority enrollment is 34% 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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