For the 2024-25 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 7,503 students in 47906, IN (there are 2 private schools, serving 442 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 47906, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in 47906, IN are West Lafayette Elementary School, Burnett Creek Elementary School and West Lafayette Jr/sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 47906 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Indiana public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 47906, IN have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 47906, IN Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
West Lafayette Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
600 Cumberland Ave
West Lafayette, IN 47906
(765) 464-3212
West Lafayette, IN 47906
(765) 464-3212
Grades: K-3
| 740 students
Rank: #22.
Burnett Creek Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
5700 N 50 W
West Lafayette, IN 47906
(765) 463-2237
West Lafayette, IN 47906
(765) 463-2237
Grades: K-5
| 762 students
Rank: #33.
West Lafayette Jr/sr High School
Magnet School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1105 N Grant St
West Lafayette, IN 47906
(765) 746-0400
West Lafayette, IN 47906
(765) 746-0400
Grades: 7-12
| 1,112 students
Rank: #44.
West Lafayette Intermediate School
Magnet School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1838 N Salisbury
West Lafayette, IN 47906
(765) 746-0500
West Lafayette, IN 47906
(765) 746-0500
Grades: 4-6
| 568 students
Rank: #55.
William Henry Harrison High School
Magnet School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5701 N 50 W
West Lafayette, IN 47906
(765) 463-3511
West Lafayette, IN 47906
(765) 463-3511
Grades: 9-12
| 2,136 students
Rank: #66.
Klondike Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3307 Klondike Rd
West Lafayette, IN 47906
(765) 463-2544
West Lafayette, IN 47906
(765) 463-2544
Grades: 6-8
| 465 students
Rank: #77.
Klondike Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3311 Klondike Rd
West Lafayette, IN 47906
(765) 463-5505
West Lafayette, IN 47906
(765) 463-5505
Grades: K-5
| 981 students
Rank: #88.
Battle Ground Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6100 N 50 W
West Lafayette, IN 47906
(765) 269-8140
West Lafayette, IN 47906
(765) 269-8140
Grades: 6-8
| 739 students
47906, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Beacon Academy (Closed 2023)
Charter School
620 Cumberland Ave
West Lafayette, IN 47906
(765) 838-2045
West Lafayette, IN 47906
(765) 838-2045
Grades: 8-12
| 26 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 47906, IN?
The top ranked public schools in 47906, IN include West Lafayette Elementary School, Burnett Creek Elementary School and West Lafayette Jr/sr High School.
How many public schools are located in 47906?
8 public schools are located in 47906.
What percentage of students in 47906 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 47906 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 47906?
47906 public schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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