For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 790 students in 47971, IN.
The top-ranked public high school in 47971, IN is Benton Central Jr-sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 47971 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Indiana public high school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 46% statewide average). High schools in 47971, IN have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 47971 have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the Indiana average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Benton Central Jr-sr High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Indiana or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public high school average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 47971, IN Public High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Benton Central Jr-sr High School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4241 E 300 S
Oxford, IN 47971
(765) 884-1600
Oxford, IN 47971
(765) 884-1600
Gr: 7-12 | 790 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
47971, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
405 N 5th St
Oxford, IN 47971
(765) 385-2223
Oxford, IN 47971
(765) 385-2223
Gr: K-6 | 165 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 47971, IN?
The top-ranked public high schools in 47971, IN include Benton Central Jr-sr High School.
How many public high schools are located in 47971?
1 public high schools are located in 47971.
What is the racial composition of students in 47971?
47971 public high schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public high schools average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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