For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 6,308 students in 47905, IN (there are , serving 768 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 47905, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public schools in 47905, IN are Hershey Elementary School, Wyandotte Elementary School and East Tipp Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 47905 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 47905, IN have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 47905, IN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hershey Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
7521 E 300 N
Lafayette, IN 47905
(765) 269-8280
Lafayette, IN 47905
(765) 269-8280
Gr: K-5 | 532 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Wyandotte Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5865 E 50 S
Lafayette, IN 47905
(765) 772-7000
Lafayette, IN 47905
(765) 772-7000
Gr: K-5 | 499 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #33.
East Tipp Middle School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7501 E 300 N
Lafayette, IN 47905
(765) 589-3566
Lafayette, IN 47905
(765) 589-3566
Gr: 6-8 | 528 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #44.
Glen Acres Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3767 Kimberly Dr
Lafayette, IN 47905
(765) 771-6150
Lafayette, IN 47905
(765) 771-6150
Gr: PK-4 | 542 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #55.
Wainwright Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7501 E 700 S
Lafayette, IN 47905
(765) 269-8350
Lafayette, IN 47905
(765) 269-8350
Gr: 6-8 | 311 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #66.
Jefferson High School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1801 S 18th St
Lafayette, IN 47905
(765) 772-4700
Lafayette, IN 47905
(765) 772-4700
Gr: 9-12 | 2,034 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #77.
Thomas Miller Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
700 S 4th St
Lafayette, IN 47905
(765) 476-2930
Lafayette, IN 47905
(765) 476-2930
Gr: K-4 | 323 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #88.
Lafayette Tecumseh Jr High School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2101 S 18th St
Lafayette, IN 47905
(765) 772-4750
Lafayette, IN 47905
(765) 772-4750
Gr: 7-8 | 1,021 student Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #99.
Southwestern Middle School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2100 W 800 S
Lafayette, IN 47905
(765) 538-3025
Lafayette, IN 47905
(765) 538-3025
Gr: 6-8 | 518 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
47905, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1840 S 18th St
Lafayette, IN 47905
(765) 772-4770
Lafayette, IN 47905
(765) 772-4770
Gr: K-5 | 223 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 47905, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in 47905, IN include Hershey Elementary School, Wyandotte Elementary School and East Tipp Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 47905?
9 public schools are located in 47905.
What percentage of students in 47905 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 47905 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 47905?
47905 public schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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