For the 2025-26 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 1,717 students in 47421, IN.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 47421, IN are Parkview Elementary School, Lincoln Elementary School and Shawswick Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 47421 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 47421, IN have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public elementary school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 47421, IN Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Parkview Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2024 W 16th St
Bedford, IN 47421
(812) 275-3301
Bedford, IN 47421
(812) 275-3301
Gr: PK-6 | 494 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2014 'f' St
Bedford, IN 47421
(812) 275-6311
Bedford, IN 47421
(812) 275-6311
Gr: K-6 | 305 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #33.
Shawswick Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
71 Shawswick School Rd
Bedford, IN 47421
(812) 279-3115
Bedford, IN 47421
(812) 279-3115
Gr: K-6 | 480 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #44.
Needmore Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
278 Trogdon Lane
Bedford, IN 47421
(812) 279-2192
Bedford, IN 47421
(812) 279-2192
Gr: K-6 | 226 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #55.
Lawrence County Independent Schools
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
223 Old Farm Road
Bedford, IN 47421
(812) 277-9803
Bedford, IN 47421
(812) 277-9803
Gr: K-8 | 212 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: n/an/a
North Lawrence Career Center
Vocational School
258 Bnl Dr
Bedford, IN 47421
(812) 279-3561
Bedford, IN 47421
(812) 279-3561
Gr: 6-12
47421, Indiana 51³Ô¹ÏÍøºÚÁÏ (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Englewood School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
3203 Washington Ave
Bedford, IN 47421
(812) 279-8876
Bedford, IN 47421
(812) 279-8876
Gr: K-11 | 28 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 47421, IN?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 47421, IN include Parkview Elementary School, Lincoln Elementary School and Shawswick Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 47421?
6 public elementary schools are located in 47421.
What is the racial composition of students in 47421?
47421 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public elementary schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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