Best 47240 Indiana Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,342 students in 47240, IN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 47240, IN are North Decatur Elementary School, Greensburg Elementary School and South Decatur Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 47240 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 47240, IN have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Indiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public elementary school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best 47240, IN Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Decatur Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
3300 N Sr 3
Greensburg, IN 47240
(812) 663-9215
Gr: K-6 | 496 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Greensburg Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
900 N Big Blue Ave
Greensburg, IN 47240
(812) 663-8112
Gr: PK-5 | 975 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #33.
South Decatur Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
9302 S Cr 420 W
Greensburg, IN 47240
(812) 591-3115
Gr: PK-6 | 467 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #44.
Greensburg Community Jr High School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
505 E Central Ave
Greensburg, IN 47240
(812) 663-7523
Gr: 6-8 | 404 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 11%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 47240, IN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 47240, IN include North Decatur Elementary School, Greensburg Elementary School and South Decatur Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 47240?
4 public elementary schools are located in 47240.
What is the racial composition of students in 47240?
47240 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).

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