For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 646 students in 47162, IN.
The top ranked public schools in 47162, IN are New Washington Elementary School and New Washington Middle/high School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 47162 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Indiana public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 47162, IN have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 47162, IN Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
New Washington Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
224 N Poplar St.
New Washington, IN 47162
(812) 293-3331
New Washington, IN 47162
(812) 293-3331
Grades: PK-5
| 311 students
Rank: #22.
New Washington Middle/high School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
226 N Hwy 62
New Washington, IN 47162
(812) 293-3368
New Washington, IN 47162
(812) 293-3368
Grades: 6-12
| 335 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 47162, IN?
The top ranked public schools in 47162, IN include New Washington Elementary School and New Washington Middle/high School.
How many public schools are located in 47162?
2 public schools are located in 47162.
What is the racial composition of students in 47162?
47162 public schools minority enrollment is 10% 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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