For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,599 students in 47304, IN (there are 2 private schools, serving 262 private students). 84% of all K-12 students in 47304, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 47304, IN are Youth Opportunity Center, North View Elementary School and West View Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 47304 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 47304, IN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 47304, IN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Youth Opportunity Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3700 W Kilgore Ave
Muncie, IN 47304
(765) 747-5223
Muncie, IN 47304
(765) 747-5223
Gr: K-12 | 47 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #22.
North View Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
807 W Yale Ave
Muncie, IN 47304
(765) 747-5422
Muncie, IN 47304
(765) 747-5422
Gr: PK-5 | 384 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #33.
West View Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3401 W Gilbert St
Muncie, IN 47304
(765) 747-5437
Muncie, IN 47304
(765) 747-5437
Gr: PK-5 | 538 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #44.
Northside Middle School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2400 W Bethel Ave
Muncie, IN 47304
(765) 747-5290
Muncie, IN 47304
(765) 747-5290
Gr: 6-8 | 630 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 47304, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in 47304, IN include Youth Opportunity Center, North View Elementary School and West View Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 47304?
4 public schools are located in 47304.
What percentage of students in 47304 go to public school?
84% of all K-12 students in 47304 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 47304?
47304 public schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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