For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,524 students in 47304, IN (there are , serving 254 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 47304, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 47304, IN are Youth Opportunity Center, North View Elementary School and West View Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 47304 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 47304, IN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 47304, IN Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Youth Opportunity Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3700 W Kilgore Ave
Muncie, IN 47304
(765) 747-5223
Muncie, IN 47304
(765) 747-5223
Gr: K-12 | 39 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #22.
North View Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
807 W Yale Ave
Muncie, IN 47304
(765) 747-5422
Muncie, IN 47304
(765) 747-5422
Gr: PK-5 | 390 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #33.
West View Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3401 W Gilbert St
Muncie, IN 47304
(765) 747-5437
Muncie, IN 47304
(765) 747-5437
Gr: PK-5 | 490 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #44.
Northside Middle School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2400 W Bethel Ave
Muncie, IN 47304
(765) 747-5290
Muncie, IN 47304
(765) 747-5290
Gr: 6-8 | 605 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
47304, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2809 W Purdue Ave
Muncie, IN 47304
(765) 747-5413
Muncie, IN 47304
(765) 747-5413
Gr: K-5 | 219 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
3701 W Godman Ave
Muncie, IN 47304
(765) 747-5416
Muncie, IN 47304
(765) 747-5416
Gr: PK-5 | 191 students Minority enrollment: 8%
3211 Mansfield Dr
Muncie, IN 47304
(765) 747-5360
Muncie, IN 47304
(765) 747-5360
Gr: PK-5 | 260 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 47304, IN?
The top ranked public schools in 47304, IN include Youth Opportunity Center, North View Elementary School and West View Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 47304?
4 public schools are located in 47304.
What percentage of students in 47304 go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in 47304 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 47304?
47304 public schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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