For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 507 students in 47859, IN.
The top-ranked public schools in 47859, IN are Turkey Run Elementary School and Parke Heritage Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 47859 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 47859, IN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 47859, IN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Turkey Run Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1551 E Sr 47
Marshall, IN 47859
(765) 597-2760
Marshall, IN 47859
(765) 597-2760
Gr: PK-5 | 266 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Parke Heritage Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1551 E Sr 47
Marshall, IN 47859
(765) 597-2700
Marshall, IN 47859
(765) 597-2700
Gr: 6-8 | 241 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
47859, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1551 East Sr 47
Marshall, IN 47859
(765) 597-2700
Marshall, IN 47859
(765) 597-2700
Gr: 6-12 | 287 students Minority enrollment: 3%
1551 E Sr 47
Marshall, IN 47859
(765) 597-2700
Marshall, IN 47859
(765) 597-2700
Gr: 7-12 | 210 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 47859, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in 47859, IN include Turkey Run Elementary School and Parke Heritage Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 47859?
2 public schools are located in 47859.
What is the racial composition of students in 47859?
47859 public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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