For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,097 students in Ferdinand, IN.
The top ranked public schools in Ferdinand, IN are Nancy Hanks Elementary School, Ferdinand Elementary School and Forest Park Jr-sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Ferdinand, IN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in Ferdinand have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in Ferdinand, IN (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Nancy Hanks Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
19260 N Sr 162
Ferdinand, IN 47532
(812) 357-5091
Ferdinand, IN 47532
(812) 357-5091
Gr: PK-6 | 288 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Ferdinand Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
402 E 8th St
Ferdinand, IN 47532
(812) 817-0900
Ferdinand, IN 47532
(812) 817-0900
Gr: PK-4 | 288 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #33.
Forest Park Jr-sr High School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1440 Michigan St
Ferdinand, IN 47532
(812) 817-0900
Ferdinand, IN 47532
(812) 817-0900
Gr: 7-12 | 521 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Ferdinand, IN?
The top ranked public schools in Ferdinand, IN include Nancy Hanks Elementary School, Ferdinand Elementary School and Forest Park Jr-sr High School.
How many public schools are located in Ferdinand?
3 public schools are located in Ferdinand.
What is the racial composition of students in Ferdinand?
Ferdinand public schools minority enrollment is 7% 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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