For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 3,283 students in 47710, IN (there are 1 private school, serving 309 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 47710, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 47710, IN are Highland Elementary School, New Tech Institute and Thompkins Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 47710 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 47710, IN have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 47710, IN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Highland Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6701 Darmstadt Rd
Evansville, IN 47710
(812) 867-6401
Evansville, IN 47710
(812) 867-6401
Gr: K-5 | 814 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #22.
New Tech Institute
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1901 Lynch Rd
Evansville, IN 47710
(812) 435-0967
Evansville, IN 47710
(812) 435-0967
Gr: 9-12 | 264 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #33.
Thompkins Middle School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1300 W Mill Rd
Evansville, IN 47710
(812) 435-8323
Evansville, IN 47710
(812) 435-8323
Gr: 6-8 | 622 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #44.
Central High School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5400 1st Ave
Evansville, IN 47710
(812) 435-8292
Evansville, IN 47710
(812) 435-8292
Gr: 9-12 | 1,087 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #55.
Cedar Hall Community School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2100 N Fulton Ave
Evansville, IN 47710
(812) 435-8223
Evansville, IN 47710
(812) 435-8223
Gr: PK-8 | 496 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 47710, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in 47710, IN include Highland Elementary School, New Tech Institute and Thompkins Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 47710?
5 public schools are located in 47710.
What percentage of students in 47710 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 47710 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 47710?
47710 public schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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