For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,696 students in 47111, IN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 47111, IN are Pleasant Ridge Elementary School, Jonathan Jennings Elementary School and Charlestown Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 47111 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 47111, IN have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public elementary school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 47111, IN Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pleasant Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 67% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1250 Monroe St
Charlestown, IN 47111
(812) 256-7286
Charlestown, IN 47111
(812) 256-7286
Gr: PK-2 | 562 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #22.
Jonathan Jennings Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
603 Market St
Charlestown, IN 47111
(812) 256-7284
Charlestown, IN 47111
(812) 256-7284
Gr: 3-5 | 518 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #33.
Charlestown Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8804 High Jackson Rd
Charlestown, IN 47111
(812) 256-6363
Charlestown, IN 47111
(812) 256-6363
Gr: 6-8 | 616 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 47111, IN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 47111, IN include Pleasant Ridge Elementary School, Jonathan Jennings Elementary School and Charlestown Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 47111?
3 public elementary schools are located in 47111.
What is the racial composition of students in 47111?
47111 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public elementary schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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