For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 280 students in 47243, IN.
The top-ranked public middle school in 47243, IN is Southwestern Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 47243 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Indiana public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 47243, IN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public middle school average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 47243, IN Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Southwestern Middle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
169 S Main Cross St
Hanover, IN 47243
(812) 866-9500
Hanover, IN 47243
(812) 866-9500
Gr: 6-8 | 280 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 47243, IN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 47243, IN include Southwestern Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 47243?
1 public middle schools are located in 47243.
What is the racial composition of students in 47243?
47243 public middle schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public middle schools average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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