For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 3,981 students in 47630, IN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 47630, IN are Newburgh Elementary School, Sharon Elementary School and John H Castle Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 47630 have an average math proficiency score of 68% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 47630, IN have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Indiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public elementary school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 47630, IN Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Newburgh Elementary School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
306 State St
Newburgh, IN 47630
(812) 853-8921
Newburgh, IN 47630
(812) 853-8921
Gr: K-5 | 583 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Sharon Elementary School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
7300 Sharon Rd
Newburgh, IN 47630
(812) 853-3349
Newburgh, IN 47630
(812) 853-3349
Gr: K-5 | 724 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #33.
John H Castle Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3077 Hwy 261
Newburgh, IN 47630
(812) 853-8878
Newburgh, IN 47630
(812) 853-8878
Gr: PK-5 | 965 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #44.
Castle North Middle School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2800 Hwy 261
Newburgh, IN 47630
(812) 853-7347
Newburgh, IN 47630
(812) 853-7347
Gr: 6-8 | 758 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #55.
Castle South Middle School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3711 Casey Rd
Newburgh, IN 47630
(812) 490-7930
Newburgh, IN 47630
(812) 490-7930
Gr: 6-8 | 641 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #66.
Yankeetown Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7422 Yankeetown Rd
Newburgh, IN 47630
(812) 853-8500
Newburgh, IN 47630
(812) 853-8500
Gr: K-5 | 310 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 47630, IN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 47630, IN include Newburgh Elementary School, Sharon Elementary School and John H Castle Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 47630?
6 public elementary schools are located in 47630.
What is the racial composition of students in 47630?
47630 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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