For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,125 students in 47203, IN (there are 1 private school, serving 58 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 47203, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 47203, IN are L F Smith Elementary School and Clifty Creek Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 47203 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 47203, IN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 47203, IN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
L F Smith Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4505 Waycross Dr
Columbus, IN 47203
(812) 376-4317
Columbus, IN 47203
(812) 376-4317
Gr: PK-6 | 420 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
Clifty Creek Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4625 E 50 N
Columbus, IN 47203
(812) 376-4342
Columbus, IN 47203
(812) 376-4342
Gr: PK-6 | 705 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 47203, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in 47203, IN include L F Smith Elementary School and Clifty Creek Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 47203?
2 public schools are located in 47203.
What percentage of students in 47203 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 47203 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 47203?
47203 public schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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