For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,705 students in 46979, IN.
The top ranked public schools in 46979, IN are Western Intermediate School and Western Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 46979 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 46979, IN have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46979, IN Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Western Intermediate School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2600 S 600 W
Russiaville, IN 46979
(765) 883-5554
Russiaville, IN 46979
(765) 883-5554
Gr: 3-5 | 582 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #22.
Western Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2600 S 600 W
Russiaville, IN 46979
(765) 883-5566
Russiaville, IN 46979
(765) 883-5566
Gr: 6-8 | 581 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: n/an/a
2600 S 600 W
Russiaville, IN 46979
(765) 883-5528
Russiaville, IN 46979
(765) 883-5528
Gr: K-2 | 542 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 46979, IN?
The top ranked public schools in 46979, IN include Western Intermediate School and Western Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 46979?
3 public schools are located in 46979.
What is the racial composition of students in 46979?
46979 public schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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