Best Public Schools in Zip Code 46970

The 46970 zip code area is home to 4 schools, including 3 elementary schools and 1 high school, serving students from preschool through 12th grade. The data reveals a mix of strong and struggling academic performance across these schools, with some standout performers as well as areas in need of improvement.

Peru Junior/Senior High School stands out with an 88.4% 4-year graduation rate, a strong performance. However, the school lags behind Peru Community Schools and state averages on many ILEARN and SAT subject areas. In contrast, Blair Pointe Upper Elementary has the highest ILEARN proficiency rates in both English Language Arts and Math compared to the other schools.

A common challenge across all schools in the 46970 zip code is extremely high chronic absenteeism rates, nearly double the state average. Additionally, the schools serve a high percentage of economically disadvantaged students, with free/reduced lunch rates ranging from 61-69%. While Elmwood Primary Learning Center maintains relatively strong test scores despite its high-need student population, Pipe Creek Elementary School has the lowest spending per student at $10,274. Overall, the data highlights both strengths and areas for improvement across the schools in this zip code, with a clear divide in performance between the elementary and high school levels.