For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 3,741 students in 47172, IN (there are 1 private school, serving 345 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 47172, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 47172, IN are Silver Creek Middle School, Silver Creek Elementary School and Silver Creek High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 47172 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 47172, IN have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 47172, IN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Silver Creek Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
495 N Indiana Ave
Sellersburg, IN 47172
(812) 246-4421
Sellersburg, IN 47172
(812) 246-4421
Gr: 6-8 | 754 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
Silver Creek Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
503 N Indiana Ave
Sellersburg, IN 47172
(812) 246-3312
Sellersburg, IN 47172
(812) 246-3312
Gr: 2-5 | 901 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #33.
Silver Creek High School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
557 Renz Ave
Sellersburg, IN 47172
(812) 246-3391
Sellersburg, IN 47172
(812) 246-3391
Gr: 9-12 | 943 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #44.
Rock Creek Community Academy
Charter School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
8000 Diefenbach Ln
Sellersburg, IN 47172
(812) 246-9271
Sellersburg, IN 47172
(812) 246-9271
Gr: K-12 | 637 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: n/an/a
8604 Commerce Park Dr
Sellersburg, IN 47172
(812) 248-7250
Sellersburg, IN 47172
(812) 248-7250
Gr: PK-1 | 506 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 47172, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in 47172, IN include Silver Creek Middle School, Silver Creek Elementary School and Silver Creek High School.
How many public schools are located in 47172?
5 public schools are located in 47172.
What percentage of students in 47172 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 47172 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 47172?
47172 public schools minority enrollment is 20% 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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