| Metric | Penn-Harris-Madison School Corporation | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 11,360 | 3,700 | ↑ Larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 15 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $8,919/yr | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | — | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 10/10 — Excellent | — | Above average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penn-Harris-Madison School Corporation (this district) | 10/10 | 96th | 11,360 |
| Indianapolis Public Schools | 2/10 | 19th | 30,000 |
| Carmel Clay Schools | 10/10 | 100th | 16,000 |
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Ranked against 377 rated districts in IN → 96th percentile → 10/10.
Source: Indiana Dept. of Education ILEARN, grades 3–8 Corporation Total proficient, 2024–25 school year. Full methodology →
About Penn-Harris-Madison School Corporation
Zip code 46561 in Penn-Harris-Madison, Indiana is served by Penn-Harris-Madison School Corporation for public school enrollment. The district covers grades Pre-K–12th. This page provides a data-driven overview of Penn-Harris-Madison School Corporation’s funding levels, size, rating, and what families should know before enrolling or making a housing decision in this area.
Funding and Resources
Penn-Harris-Madison School Corporation spent $8,919 per student in the 2019–20 school year (U.S. Dept. of Education CCD finance data), 17% below Indiana’s statewide $10,800 estimate. Of the district’s 2019 graduating cohort of 801 students, an estimated 96% earned a diploma within four years (EDFacts adjusted cohort graduation rate).
District Scale and Program Breadth
With 15 schools serving approximately 11,360 students, Penn-Harris-Madison School Corporation is a large district. Contact Penn-Harris-Madison School Corporation to learn about available programs and services.
Understanding the 10/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Penn-Harris-Madison School Corporation 10 out of 10 — top-tier among Indiana public school districts. 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.
Penn-Harris-Madison School Corporation ranks among the highest-performing public school districts in Indiana on state assessments, with reading and math proficiency rates in roughly the top 10–20% statewide. Homes in and around zip code 46561 often carry a measurable premium relative to neighboring areas served by lower-rated districts. Families moving here for academic strength will find a district whose students test well above the state norm. Even within top-rated districts, individual school performance varies — confirm your specific school assignments directly with the district.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 46561
Children in zip code 46561 are assigned to Penn-Harris-Madison School Corporation for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K–12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 46561, 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 Penn-Harris-Madison School Corporation at the number listed on the district website or visit the district’s official website. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. 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 Penn-Harris-Madison
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Penn-Harris-Madison School Corporation serves zip code 46561, homes in and around zip code 46561 often carry a measurable premium over comparable properties in adjacent lower-rated districts. 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 Penn-Harris-Madison School Corporation 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 46561.
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 Penn-Harris-Madison School Corporation before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 46561 data.