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Best Schools in Sellersburg, Indiana

6 schools · 3 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High · 1 Other

Public: 5
Private: 1
Districts: 2
Avg Rating: 6.5/10
Estimated Scores: 17%
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Choosing a school in Sellersburg?

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

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Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.

Silver Creek Elementary School

7.8/10

Elementary · Silver Creek School Corporation. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Silver Creek High School

7.0/10

High · Silver Creek School Corporation. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Silver Creek Middle School

7.0/10

Middle · Silver Creek School Corporation. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

The short answer

The top-rated schools in Sellersburg for 2026 are Silver Creek Elementary School (7.8/10), Silver Creek High School (7.0/10), and Silver Creek Middle School (7.0/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 5 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.

Schools

6

5 public · 1 private

Avg Score

6.5

out of 10

Median Home

$249,200

home value · ACS

Districts

2

serving the city

Top-Rated Schools in Sellersburg

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (5 of 6). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

# School Rating
1 Silver Creek Elementary School 7.8 / 10
2 Silver Creek High School 7.0 / 10
3 Silver Creek Middle School 7.0 / 10
4 Rock Creek Community Academy 6.5 / 10
5 St John Paul II Catholic School 6.2 / 10

See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
6.5/10

50% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$80,525

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$249,200

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
37%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
21 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
86%

Of occupied housing units

How Sellersburg compares

Indiana rank

#97 of 218

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+0.2

above Indiana avg (6.3)

Median household income

$81k

112% of Indiana median

Schools in this city

6

About Schools in Sellersburg, Indiana

Sellersburg, Indiana is home to 6 schools, including 5 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 6.5 out of 10, schools in Sellersburg 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 Sellersburg is Silver Creek Elementary School with a composite score of 7.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Sellersburg is served by 2 school districts: Rock Creek Community Academy, Silver Creek School Corporation. These districts collectively serve 3,741 students.

Sellersburg's community shows 37% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $80,525. The poverty rate in the area is 4.6%.

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.

Filter by ZIP: 47172 (6)

Elementary Schools

3 schools
# School Rating
1 901 students · 2nd–5th 7.8
2 506 students · Pre-K–1st 4.5
Private Schools 1 school

Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.

1 272 students · Pre-K–8th 6.2

Middle Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 754 students · 6th–8th 7.0

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 943 students · 9th–12th 7.0

Other Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 637 students · Kindergarten–12th 6.5

Schools in Sellersburg

Sellersburg, Indiana · 6 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$80,525

Median Home Value

$249,200

Median Rent

$1,152/mo

Population

20,423

College Educated

37%

Homeownership

86%

Avg Commute

21 min

Poverty Rate

4.6%

Community Profile

Sellersburg has a median household income of $80,525. It is an area where 37% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $249,200, with a median rent of $1,152/month. The local poverty rate of 4.6% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Sellersburg, Indiana

How many schools are in Sellersburg, Indiana?

Sellersburg has 6 schools, including 5 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Sellersburg, Indiana?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Sellersburg is 6.5 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 Sellersburg, Indiana?

The top-ranked school in Sellersburg on MySchoolScout is Silver Creek Elementary School with a composite score of 7.8/10.

What is the best elementary school in Sellersburg, Indiana?

The top-ranked elementary school in Sellersburg on MySchoolScout is Silver Creek Elementary School with a composite score of 7.8/10.

What is the best middle school in Sellersburg, Indiana?

The top-ranked middle school in Sellersburg on MySchoolScout is Silver Creek Middle School with a composite score of 7.0/10.

What is the best high school in Sellersburg, Indiana?

The top-ranked high school in Sellersburg on MySchoolScout is Silver Creek High School with a composite score of 7.0/10.

How many school districts serve Sellersburg, Indiana?

Sellersburg is served by 2 school districts: Rock Creek Community Academy, Silver Creek School Corporation.

What is the education level in Sellersburg, Indiana?

According to Census data, 37% of adults in Sellersburg have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Sellersburg, Indiana?

The median household income in Sellersburg is approximately $80,525 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Sellersburg, Indiana?

Yes, Sellersburg has 1 private school alongside 5 public schools. The top-rated private school is St John Paul II Catholic School with a score of 6.2/10.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Sellersburg is 16.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Sellersburg, 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.

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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Indiana Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.