For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 4,668 students in 47401, IN (there are 7 private schools, serving 1,054 private students). 82% of all K-12 students in 47401, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 47401, IN are Childs Elementary School, Jackson Creek Middle School and Bloomington High School South. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 47401 have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 47401, IN have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 47401, IN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Childs Elementary School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
2211 S High St
Bloomington, IN 47401
(812) 330-7756
Bloomington, IN 47401
(812) 330-7756
Gr: PK-6 | 446 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #22.
Jackson Creek Middle School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3980 S Sare Rd
Bloomington, IN 47401
(812) 330-2451
Bloomington, IN 47401
(812) 330-2451
Gr: 7-8 | 572 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #33.
Bloomington High School South
(Math: 57% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1965 S Walnut St
Bloomington, IN 47401
(812) 330-7714
Bloomington, IN 47401
(812) 330-7714
Gr: 9-12 | 1,691 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #44.
Binford Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2300 E Second St
Bloomington, IN 47401
(812) 330-7741
Bloomington, IN 47401
(812) 330-7741
Gr: PK-6 | 507 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #55.
The Bloomington Project School
Charter School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
349 S Walnut St
Bloomington, IN 47401
(812) 558-0041
Bloomington, IN 47401
(812) 558-0041
Gr: K-8 | 317 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #66.
Lakeview Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
9090 S Strain Ridge
Bloomington, IN 47401
(812) 824-7061
Bloomington, IN 47401
(812) 824-7061
Gr: PK-6 | 408 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #77.
Templeton Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1400 S Brenda Ln
Bloomington, IN 47401
(812) 330-7735
Bloomington, IN 47401
(812) 330-7735
Gr: PK-6 | 412 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: n/an/a
401 East Miller Drive
Bloomington, IN 47401
(812) 330-7702
Bloomington, IN 47401
(812) 330-7702
Gr: PK | 27 students Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: n/an/a
2200 E 2nd St
Bloomington, IN 47401
(812) 330-7767
Bloomington, IN 47401
(812) 330-7767
Gr: K-2 | 288 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 47401, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in 47401, IN include Childs Elementary School, Jackson Creek Middle School and Bloomington High School South.
How many public schools are located in 47401?
9 public schools are located in 47401.
What percentage of students in 47401 go to public school?
82% of all K-12 students in 47401 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 47401?
47401 public schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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