For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 654 students in 47581, IN.
The top-ranked public schools in 47581, IN are Shoals Community High School, Shoals Community Elementary School and Shoals Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 47581 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 47581, 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 47581, IN Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Shoals Community High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
7900 Us Hwy 50
Shoals, IN 47581
(812) 247-2090
Shoals, IN 47581
(812) 247-2090
Gr: 9-12 | 210 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Shoals Community Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
11749 Ironton Rd
Shoals, IN 47581
(812) 247-2085
Shoals, IN 47581
(812) 247-2085
Gr: PK-5 | 316 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: #33.
Shoals Middle School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
11741 Ironton Rd
Shoals, IN 47581
(812) 247-2060
Shoals, IN 47581
(812) 247-2060
Gr: 6-8 | 128 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 47581, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in 47581, IN include Shoals Community High School, Shoals Community Elementary School and Shoals Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 47581?
3 public schools are located in 47581.
What is the racial composition of students in 47581?
47581 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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