For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,123 students in Ferdinand, IN.
The top-ranked public schools in Ferdinand, IN are Nancy Hanks Elementary School, Ferdinand Elementary School and Forest Park Jr-sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Ferdinand, IN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in Ferdinand have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in Ferdinand, IN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Nancy Hanks Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
19260 N Sr 162
Ferdinand, IN 47532
(812) 357-5091
Ferdinand, IN 47532
(812) 357-5091
Gr: PK-6 | 296 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Ferdinand Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
402 E 8th St
Ferdinand, IN 47532
(812) 817-0900
Ferdinand, IN 47532
(812) 817-0900
Gr: PK-4 | 272 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #33.
Forest Park Jr-sr High School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1440 Michigan St
Ferdinand, IN 47532
(812) 817-0900
Ferdinand, IN 47532
(812) 817-0900
Gr: 7-12 | 555 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Ferdinand, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in Ferdinand, IN include Nancy Hanks Elementary School, Ferdinand Elementary School and Forest Park Jr-sr High School.
How many public schools are located in Ferdinand?
3 public schools are located in Ferdinand.
What is the racial composition of students in Ferdinand?
Ferdinand public schools minority enrollment is 6% 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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