Best 47834 Indiana Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 3,244 students in 47834, IN (there are 1 private school, serving 104 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 47834, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 47834, IN are Staunton Elementary School, Jackson Township Elementary School and Meridian Street Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 47834 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 47834, IN have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best 47834, IN Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Staunton Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
6990 N Cr 425 W
Brazil, IN 47834
(812) 448-8270
Gr: K-5 | 373 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Jackson Township Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
1860 E Cr 600 N
Brazil, IN 47834
(812) 986-2177
Gr: K-5 | 237 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #33.
Meridian Street Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
410 N Meridian
Brazil, IN 47834
(812) 448-8560
Gr: PK-5 | 321 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #44.
Van Buren Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
2075 E Cr 1200 N
Brazil, IN 47834
(812) 448-1362
Gr: K-5 | 275 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #55.
East Side Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
936 E National
Brazil, IN 47834
(812) 448-8755
Gr: PK-5 | 209 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #66.
North Clay Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
3450 W Sr 340
Brazil, IN 47834
(812) 448-1530
Gr: 6-8 | 734 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #77.
Northview High School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
3150 W Sr 340
Brazil, IN 47834
(812) 448-2661
Gr: 9-12 | 863 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #88.
Forest Park Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
800 S Alabama St
Brazil, IN 47834
(812) 443-7621
Gr: PK-5 | 232 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 47834, IN?
How many public schools are located in 47834?
8 public schools are located in 47834.
What percentage of students in 47834 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 47834 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 47834?
47834 public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).

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