For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,218 students in 47712, IN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 47712, IN are West Terrace Elementary School, Perry Heights Middle School and Helfrich Park Stem Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 47712 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 47712, IN have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Indiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Indiana public elementary school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 47712, IN Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Terrace Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
8000 W Terrace Dr
Evansville, IN 47712
(812) 435-8733
Evansville, IN 47712
(812) 435-8733
Gr: K-5 | 510 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Perry Heights Middle School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5800 Hogue Rd
Evansville, IN 47712
(812) 435-8326
Evansville, IN 47712
(812) 435-8326
Gr: 6-8 | 484 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #33.
Helfrich Park Stem Academy
(Math: 44% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2603 W Maryland St
Evansville, IN 47712
(812) 435-8246
Evansville, IN 47712
(812) 435-8246
Gr: 6-8 | 510 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #44.
Daniel Wertz Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1702 S Red Bank Rd
Evansville, IN 47712
(812) 435-8312
Evansville, IN 47712
(812) 435-8312
Gr: PK-5 | 287 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #55.
Tekoppel Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
111 N Tekoppel Ave
Evansville, IN 47712
(812) 435-8333
Evansville, IN 47712
(812) 435-8333
Gr: K-5 | 427 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 47712, IN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 47712, IN include West Terrace Elementary School, Perry Heights Middle School and Helfrich Park Stem Academy.
How many public elementary schools are located in 47712?
5 public elementary schools are located in 47712.
What is the racial composition of students in 47712?
47712 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Indiana public elementary schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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