For the 2025 school year, there are 10 public elementary schools serving 4,620 students in 47909, IN.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 47909, IN are Edgelea Elementary School, James Cole Elementary School and Mintonye Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 47909 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 47909, IN have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public elementary school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 47909, IN Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Edgelea Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2910 S 18th St
Lafayette, IN 47909
(765) 772-4780
Lafayette, IN 47909
(765) 772-4780
Grades: K-4
| 443 students
Rank: #22.
James Cole Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6418 E 900 S
Lafayette, IN 47909
(765) 523-2141
Lafayette, IN 47909
(765) 523-2141
Grades: K-5
| 315 students
Rank: #33.
Mintonye Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2000 W 800 S
Lafayette, IN 47909
(765) 538-2780
Lafayette, IN 47909
(765) 538-2780
Grades: K-5
| 477 students
Rank: #44.
Amelia Earhart Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3280 S 9th St
Lafayette, IN 47909
(765) 772-4740
Lafayette, IN 47909
(765) 772-4740
Grades: K-4
| 440 students
Rank: #55.
Woodland Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3200 E 450 S
Lafayette, IN 47909
(765) 471-0241
Lafayette, IN 47909
(765) 471-0241
Grades: K-5
| 597 students
Rank: #66.
Mayflower Mill Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
200 E 500 S
Lafayette, IN 47909
(765) 538-3875
Lafayette, IN 47909
(765) 538-3875
Grades: K-5
| 568 students
Rank: #77.
Wea Ridge Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4410 S 150 E
Lafayette, IN 47909
(765) 471-2164
Lafayette, IN 47909
(765) 471-2164
Grades: 6-8
| 699 students
Rank: #88.
Miami Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2401 Beck Ln
Lafayette, IN 47909
(765) 772-4800
Lafayette, IN 47909
(765) 772-4800
Grades: K-4
| 468 students
Rank: #99.
Wea Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1333 E 430 S
Lafayette, IN 47909
(765) 471-9321
Lafayette, IN 47909
(765) 471-9321
Grades: K-5
| 613 students
Rank: n/an/a
Greater Lafayette Career Academy
Vocational School
2201 S 18th St
Lafayette, IN 47909
(765) 474-2481
Lafayette, IN 47909
(765) 474-2481
Grades: 5-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 47909, IN?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 47909, IN include Edgelea Elementary School, James Cole Elementary School and Mintonye Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 47909?
10 public elementary schools are located in 47909.
What is the racial composition of students in 47909?
47909 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public elementary schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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