- Ohio County Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 409 students
- Ohio County Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 187 students
- Rising Sun High School — Grades 9–12 · 235 students
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| Metric | Rising Sun-Ohio County Community Schools | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 825 | 3,700 | ↓ Smaller than avg |
| Number of Schools | 3 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $10,800/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 5/10 — Average | — | Near average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rising Sun-Ohio County Community Schools (this district) | 5/10 | 46th | 825 |
| Sunman-Dearborn Community School Corporation | 9/10 | 87th | 3,825 |
| Switzerland County School Corporation | 5/10 | 45th | 1,483 |
| South Ripley Community School Corporation | 9/10 | 88th | 1,075 |
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Ranked against 377 rated districts in IN → 46th percentile → 5/10.
Source: Indiana Dept. of Education ILEARN, grades 3–8 Corporation Total proficient, 2024–25 school year. Full methodology →
About Rising Sun-Ohio County Community Schools
Rising Sun-Ohio County Community Schools is the public school district assigned to zip code 47040 in Rising Sun-Ohio, Indiana. Serving students from Kindergarten – 12th, this district is the primary public education system for families living in and around zip code 47040. The sections below cover the district’s resources, scale, rating, and everything families need to know about enrollment and school assignment.
Understanding the 5/10 Rating
Rising Sun-Ohio County Community Schools has earned an overall SchoolDistrictFinder rating of 5/10, placing it in the average tier. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in Indiana’s ILEARN grades 3–8 assessments (2024–25 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Indiana is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Rising Sun-Ohio County Community Schools falls near the middle of Indiana on state assessment results, with reading and math proficiency close to the state median. Average-rated districts provide foundational public education, and many families find they deliver solid day-to-day learning — particularly when parents stay engaged. If you're considering this area, look beyond the overall rating: visit schools, talk to current parents, and research the specific school your child would attend. Average districts often have individual schools that significantly outperform the district mean.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 47040
Children in zip code 47040 are assigned to Rising Sun-Ohio County Community Schools for public school enrollment, covering grades Kindergarten – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 47040, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Rising Sun-Ohio County Community Schools at (812)438-2655 or visit www.risingsunschools.com. Typical enrollment documents include proof of residency (lease or deed plus a utility bill), your child’s birth certificate, current immunization records, and prior school records. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Indiana districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Rising Sun
School district quality is one of the most consistent factors in residential home pricing. Because Rising Sun-Ohio County Community Schools serves zip code 47040, buyers should factor school district quality into their overall evaluation of homes in zip code 47040. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Indiana, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Rising Sun-Ohio County Community Schools programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 47040.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Rising Sun-Ohio County Community Schools before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 47040 data.