For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,537 students in 47712, IN (there are 3 private schools, serving 562 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in 47712, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 47712, IN are West Terrace Elementary School, Perry Heights Middle School and Helfrich Park Stem Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 47712 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 47712, IN have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 47712, IN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Terrace Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
8000 W Terrace Dr
Evansville, IN 47712
(812) 435-8733
Evansville, IN 47712
(812) 435-8733
Gr: K-5 | 504 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Perry Heights Middle School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5800 Hogue Rd
Evansville, IN 47712
(812) 435-8326
Evansville, IN 47712
(812) 435-8326
Gr: 6-8 | 471 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #33.
Helfrich Park Stem Academy
(Math: 44% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2603 W Maryland St
Evansville, IN 47712
(812) 435-8246
Evansville, IN 47712
(812) 435-8246
Gr: 6-8 | 509 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #44.
Francis Joseph Reitz High School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
350 Dreier Blvd
Evansville, IN 47712
(812) 435-8206
Evansville, IN 47712
(812) 435-8206
Gr: 9-12 | 1,293 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #55.
Daniel Wertz Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1702 S Red Bank Rd
Evansville, IN 47712
(812) 435-8312
Evansville, IN 47712
(812) 435-8312
Gr: PK-5 | 282 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #66.
Tekoppel Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
111 N Tekoppel Ave
Evansville, IN 47712
(812) 435-8333
Evansville, IN 47712
(812) 435-8333
Gr: K-5 | 440 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: n/an/a
Indiana Agriculture & Technology School - Usi Campus
Charter School
8600 University Blvd.
Evansville, IN 47712
(317) 975-2746
Evansville, IN 47712
(317) 975-2746
Gr: 7-12 | 38 students Student-teacher ratio: 38:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 47712, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in 47712, IN include West Terrace Elementary School, Perry Heights Middle School and Helfrich Park Stem Academy.
How many public schools are located in 47712?
7 public schools are located in 47712.
What percentage of students in 47712 go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in 47712 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 47712?
47712 public schools minority enrollment is 20% 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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