For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,029 students in 47978, IN.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 47978, IN are Van Rensselaer Elementary School and Rensselaer Central Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 47978 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 47978, IN have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Indiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public elementary school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 47978, IN Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Van Rensselaer Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
902 E Washington
Rensselaer, IN 47978
(219) 866-8212
Rensselaer, IN 47978
(219) 866-8212
Grades: 3-5
| 310 students
Rank: #22.
Rensselaer Central Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1106 Bomber Blvd
Rensselaer, IN 47978
(219) 866-4661
Rensselaer, IN 47978
(219) 866-4661
Grades: 6-8
| 332 students
Rank: n/an/a
1144 N Melville St
Rensselaer, IN 47978
(219) 866-5441
Rensselaer, IN 47978
(219) 866-5441
Grades: PK-2
| 387 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 47978, IN?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 47978, IN include Van Rensselaer Elementary School and Rensselaer Central Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 47978?
3 public elementary schools are located in 47978.
What is the racial composition of students in 47978?
47978 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 16% 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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