Best 47542 Indiana Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,989 students in 47542, IN.
The top-ranked public schools in 47542, IN are Cedar Crest Intermediate School, Southridge Middle School and Southridge High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 47542 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 47542, IN have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best 47542, IN Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cedar Crest Intermediate School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
4770 S State Rd 162
Huntingburg, IN 47542
(812) 817-0900
Gr: 5-6 | 192 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Southridge Middle School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1112 S Main St
Huntingburg, IN 47542
(812) 683-3372
Gr: 6-8 | 394 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #33.
Southridge High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1110 S Main St
Huntingburg, IN 47542
(812) 683-2272
Gr: 9-12 | 583 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #44.
Huntingburg Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
501 W Sunset Dr
Huntingburg, IN 47542
(812) 683-1172
Gr: PK-5 | 806 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: n/an/a
Southridge Alternative Learning Center
Alternative School
1110 S. Main St.
Huntingburg, IN 47542
(812) 683-3971
Gr: 6-12 | 14 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 28%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 47542, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in 47542, IN include Cedar Crest Intermediate School, Southridge Middle School and Southridge High School.
How many public schools are located in 47542?
5 public schools are located in 47542.
What is the racial composition of students in 47542?
47542 public schools minority enrollment is 41% 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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