For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,102 students in 47842, IN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 47842, IN are Central Elementary School, Van Duyn Elementary School and South Vermillion Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 47842 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 47842, IN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public elementary school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 47842, IN Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
208 S 9th St
Clinton, IN 47842
(765) 832-7731
Clinton, IN 47842
(765) 832-7731
Gr: PK-4 | 366 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Van Duyn Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
15095 S Range Line Rd
Clinton, IN 47842
(765) 832-7761
Clinton, IN 47842
(765) 832-7761
Gr: K-4 | 242 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #33.
South Vermillion Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
950 W Wildcat Dr
Clinton, IN 47842
(765) 832-7727
Clinton, IN 47842
(765) 832-7727
Gr: 5-8 | 494 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 47842, IN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 47842, IN include Central Elementary School, Van Duyn Elementary School and South Vermillion Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 47842?
3 public elementary schools are located in 47842.
What is the racial composition of students in 47842?
47842 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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