6.2 avg / 10

Best Schools in Jeffersonville, Indiana

11 schools · 7 Elementary · 2 Middle · 1 High · 1 Other

Last updated: July 2026

Public: 10

Private: 1

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 6.2/10

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Use this page to compare every school in Jeffersonville by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.

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Elementary · Greater Clark County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

The short answer

The top-rated schools in Jeffersonville for 2026 are Utica Elementary School (7.7/10), Franklin Square Elementary School (6.8/10), and Thomas Jefferson Elementary School (6.6/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 10 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.

Best value · beats the odds

Franklin Square Elementary School

Rates 6.8/10 despite 75% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.0 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Jeffersonville schools.

Top-Rated Schools in Jeffersonville

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (10 of 11). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

#	School	Rating	Level	Value	State %ile
1	Utica Elementary School	7.7 / 10	Elementary	+0.4	77th
2	Franklin Square Elementary School	6.8 / 10	Elementary	+1.0	58th
3	Thomas Jefferson Elementary School	6.6 / 10	Elementary	-0.1	54th
4	Riverside Elementary School	6.5 / 10	Elementary	+0.3	52th
5	Jeffersonville High School	6.3 / 10	High	-0.1	47th
6	Northaven Elementary School	6.3 / 10	Elementary	+0.5	47th
7	Sacred Heart Catholic	5.8 / 10	Elementary	—	31th
8	River Valley Middle School	5.7 / 10	Middle	-0.5	36th
9	Parkview Middle School	5.5 / 10	Middle	-0.6	33th
10	W E Wilson Elementary	5.1 / 10	Elementary	-0.9	26th

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Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 6.2/10
Median household income: $68,412
Median home value: $203,800
Bachelor's degree or higher: 25%
Avg commute: 20 min
Owner-occupied homes: 72%

How Jeffersonville compares

Indiana rank

#126 of 218

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-0.1

below Indiana avg (6.3)

Median household income

$68k

95% of Indiana median

Schools in this city

10

About Schools in Jeffersonville, Indiana

Jeffersonville, Indiana is home to 11 schools, including 10 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 7 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 6.2 out of 10, schools in Jeffersonville show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

The highest-performing school in Jeffersonville is Utica Elementary School with a composite score of 7.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Jeffersonville is served by 1 school district: Greater Clark County Schools. These districts collectively serve 10,497 students.

Jeffersonville's community shows 25% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $68,412. The poverty rate in the area is 11.4%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

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Elementary Schools

7 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Utica Elementary School 567 students · Pre-K–5th	567	Pre-K–5th	7.7
2	Franklin Square Elementary School 547 students · Pre-K–5th	547	Pre-K–5th	6.8
3	Thomas Jefferson Elementary School 335 students · Pre-K–5th	335	Pre-K–5th	6.6
4	Riverside Elementary School 557 students · Pre-K–5th	557	Pre-K–5th	6.5
5	Northaven Elementary School 562 students · Pre-K–5th	562	Pre-K–5th	6.3
6	W E Wilson Elementary 489 students · Pre-K–5th	489	Pre-K–5th	5.1
Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	Sacred Heart Catholic Private 172 students · Kindergarten–8th	172	Kindergarten–8th	5.8

Middle Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	River Valley Middle School 839 students · 6th–8th	839	6th–8th	5.7
2	Parkview Middle School 672 students · 6th–8th	672	6th–8th	5.5

High Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Jeffersonville High School 2,141 students · 9th–12th	2,141	9th–12th	6.3

Other Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Old Corden Porter School 28 students · 4th–12th	28	4th–12th	—

Schools in Jeffersonville

Jeffersonville, Indiana · 11 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$68,412

Median Home Value

$203,800

Median Rent

$1,090/mo

Population

49,192

College Educated

25%

Homeownership

72%

Avg Commute

20 min

Poverty Rate

11.4%

Community Profile

Jeffersonville has a median household income of $68,412. It is an area where 25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $203,800, with a median rent of $1,090/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.4%. The average commute for residents is 20 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Schools by Level

State: Indiana
Elementary: 7
Middle: 2
High: 1
Other: 1

Resources

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School District

Greater Clark County Schools

18 schools · 10,497 students

Nearby Cities

Clarksville (8 schools)

3 mi

New Albany (13 schools)

5 mi

Sellersburg (6 schools)

7 mi

Charlestown (4 schools)

10 mi

Floyds Knobs (2 schools)

9 mi

Floyd Knobs (1 school)

12 mi

Georgetown (2 schools)

12 mi

Henryville (2 schools)

16 mi

Lanesville (3 schools)

15 mi

Borden (2 schools)

17 mi

Greenville (1 school)

15 mi

New Washington (2 schools)

New Middletown (1 school)

20 mi

Other Major Cities in Indiana

Top metros statewide by school count.

Indianapolis 298 schools Fort Wayne 103 schools South Bend 59 schools Evansville 54 schools Elkhart 38 schools

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Jeffersonville, Indiana

How many schools are in Jeffersonville, Indiana?

Jeffersonville has 11 schools, including 10 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Jeffersonville, Indiana?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Jeffersonville is 6.2 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

What is the top-ranked school in Jeffersonville, Indiana?

The top-ranked school in Jeffersonville on MySchoolScout is Utica Elementary School with a composite score of 7.7/10.

What is the best elementary school in Jeffersonville, Indiana?

The top-ranked elementary school in Jeffersonville on MySchoolScout is Utica Elementary School with a composite score of 7.7/10.

What is the best middle school in Jeffersonville, Indiana?

The top-ranked middle school in Jeffersonville on MySchoolScout is River Valley Middle School with a composite score of 5.7/10.

What is the best high school in Jeffersonville, Indiana?

The top-ranked high school in Jeffersonville on MySchoolScout is Jeffersonville High School with a composite score of 6.3/10.

How many school districts serve Jeffersonville, Indiana?

Jeffersonville is served by 1 school district: Greater Clark County Schools.

What is the education level in Jeffersonville, Indiana?

According to Census data, 25% of adults in Jeffersonville have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Jeffersonville, Indiana?

The median household income in Jeffersonville is approximately $68,412 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Jeffersonville, Indiana?

Yes, Jeffersonville has 1 private school alongside 10 public schools. The top-rated private school is Sacred Heart Catholic with a score of 5.8/10.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Jeffersonville, Indiana?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Jeffersonville is 14.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Jeffersonville, Indiana?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.