For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,639 students in 47501, IN (there are 3 private schools, serving 485 private students). 83% of all K-12 students in 47501, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 47501, IN are Veale Elementary School, Washington Upper Elementary School and Washington Primary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 47501 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 47501, IN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Indiana public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 47501, IN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Veale Elementary School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
326 E 450 S
Washington, IN 47501
(812) 254-3968
Washington, IN 47501
(812) 254-3968
Gr: K-4 | 81 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Washington Upper Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
600 Ne 6th St
Washington, IN 47501
(812) 254-8363
Washington, IN 47501
(812) 254-8363
Gr: 5-6 | 350 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #33.
Washington Primary
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
803 E National Hwy
Washington, IN 47501
(812) 254-8360
Washington, IN 47501
(812) 254-8360
Gr: PK-1 | 488 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #44.
Washington Intermediate
(Math: 36% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
801 Nw 11th St
Washington, IN 47501
(812) 254-8366
Washington, IN 47501
(812) 254-8366
Gr: 2-4 | 536 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #55.
Washington Junior High School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
210 Ne 6th St
Washington, IN 47501
(812) 254-2682
Washington, IN 47501
(812) 254-2682
Gr: 7-8 | 357 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #66.
Washington High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
608 E Walnut St
Washington, IN 47501
(812) 254-3860
Washington, IN 47501
(812) 254-3860
Gr: 9-12 | 827 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 47501, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in 47501, IN include Veale Elementary School, Washington Upper Elementary School and Washington Primary.
How many public schools are located in 47501?
6 public schools are located in 47501.
What percentage of students in 47501 go to public school?
83% of all K-12 students in 47501 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 47501?
47501 public schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Indiana public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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