For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,437 students in 47240, IN.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 47240, IN are North Decatur Elementary School, Greensburg Elementary School and South Decatur Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 47240 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 47240, IN have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Indiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public elementary school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 47240, IN Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
North Decatur Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3300 N Sr 3
Greensburg, IN 47240
(812) 663-9215
Greensburg, IN 47240
(812) 663-9215
Grades: K-6
| 532 students
Rank: #22.
Greensburg Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
900 N Big Blue Ave
Greensburg, IN 47240
(812) 663-8112
Greensburg, IN 47240
(812) 663-8112
Grades: PK-5
| 1,029 students
Rank: #33.
South Decatur Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
9302 S Cr 420 W
Greensburg, IN 47240
(812) 591-3115
Greensburg, IN 47240
(812) 591-3115
Grades: PK-6
| 454 students
Rank: #44.
Greensburg Community Jr High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
505 E Central Ave
Greensburg, IN 47240
(812) 663-7523
Greensburg, IN 47240
(812) 663-7523
Grades: 6-8
| 422 students
47240, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
310 W Washington St
Greensburg, IN 47240
(812) 663-8117
Greensburg, IN 47240
(812) 663-8117
Grades: K-1
| 327 students
315 S Ireland St
Greensburg, IN 47240
(812) 663-2881
Greensburg, IN 47240
(812) 663-2881
Grades: 4-5
| 309 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 47240, IN?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 47240, IN include North Decatur Elementary School, Greensburg Elementary School and South Decatur Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 47240?
4 public elementary schools are located in 47240.
What is the racial composition of students in 47240?
47240 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public elementary schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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