For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,860 students in 47460, IN.
The top-ranked public schools in 47460, IN are Mccormick's Creek Elementary School, Owen Valley Middle School and Owen Valley Community High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 47460 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 47460, IN have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 47460, IN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mccormick's Creek Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1601 Flatwoods Rd
Spencer, IN 47460
(812) 828-6000
Spencer, IN 47460
(812) 828-6000
Gr: PK-6 | 390 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Owen Valley Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
626 W St Hwy 46
Spencer, IN 47460
(812) 829-2249
Spencer, IN 47460
(812) 829-2249
Gr: 7-8 | 321 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #33.
Owen Valley Community High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
622 W Sr 46
Spencer, IN 47460
(812) 829-2266
Spencer, IN 47460
(812) 829-2266
Gr: 9-12 | 628 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #44.
Spencer Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
151 Hillside Ave
Spencer, IN 47460
(812) 829-2253
Spencer, IN 47460
(812) 829-2253
Gr: PK-6 | 521 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 47460, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in 47460, IN include Mccormick's Creek Elementary School, Owen Valley Middle School and Owen Valley Community High School.
How many public schools are located in 47460?
4 public schools are located in 47460.
What is the racial composition of students in 47460?
47460 public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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