For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 684 students in 47862, IN (there are 1 private school, serving 24 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 47862, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 47862, IN are Riverton Parke Jr-sr High School and Montezuma Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 47862 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 47862, IN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 47862, IN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Riverton Parke Jr-sr High School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4907 S Coxville Rd
Montezuma, IN 47862
(765) 569-2045
Montezuma, IN 47862
(765) 569-2045
Gr: 7-12 | 471 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Montezuma Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
459 E Strawberry Rd
Montezuma, IN 47862
(765) 245-2303
Montezuma, IN 47862
(765) 245-2303
Gr: PK-6 | 213 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 47862, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in 47862, IN include Riverton Parke Jr-sr High School and Montezuma Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 47862?
2 public schools are located in 47862.
What percentage of students in 47862 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 47862 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 47862?
47862 public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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