For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,391 students in 47172, IN.
The top ranked public middle schools in 47172, IN are Silver Creek Middle School and Rock Creek Community Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 47172 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Indiana public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 47172, IN have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Indiana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public middle school average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 47172, IN Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Silver Creek Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
495 N Indiana Ave
Sellersburg, IN 47172
(812) 246-4421
Sellersburg, IN 47172
(812) 246-4421
Grades: 6-8
| 754 students
Rank: #22.
Rock Creek Community Academy
Charter School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
8000 Diefenbach Ln
Sellersburg, IN 47172
(812) 246-9271
Sellersburg, IN 47172
(812) 246-9271
Grades: K-12
| 637 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 47172, IN?
The top ranked public middle schools in 47172, IN include Silver Creek Middle School and Rock Creek Community Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 47172?
2 public middle schools are located in 47172.
What is the racial composition of students in 47172?
47172 public middle schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public middle schools average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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