- Southside Elementary School — 3.7 mi · Grades PK–6 · 891 students
- Mount Healthy Elementary School — 4.3 mi · Grades PK–6 · 365 students
- CSA Lincoln Campus — 5.9 mi · Grades K–6 · 357 students
- Central Middle School — 6.0 mi · Grades 7–8 · 790 students
- Richard L Johnson Early Educ Cntr — 6.2 mi · Grades PK–PK · 80 students
- CSA Fodrea Campus — 6.6 mi · Grades PK–6 · 351 students
- Columbus Area Career Connection — 6.7 mi · Grades 6–12
- Columbus East High School — 6.9 mi · Grades 9–12 · 1,452 students
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| Metric | Bartholomew County School Corporation | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 11,634 | 3,544 | ↑ Larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 17 | 7 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $13,354/yr | $17,619/yr | ↓ 24% below avg |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 7/10 — Good | — | Above average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bartholomew County School Corporation (this district) | 7/10 | 62nd | 11,634 |
| Jennings County Schools | 6/10 | 54th | 3,889 |
| Flat Rock-Hawcreek School Corporation | 7/10 | 65th | 972 |
| Brownstown Central Community School Corporation | 5/10 | 49th | 1,433 |
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Ranked against 377 rated districts in IN → 62nd percentile → 7/10.
Source: Indiana Dept. of Education ILEARN, grades 3–8 Corporation Total proficient, 2024–25 school year. Full methodology →
About Bartholomew County School Corporation
Zip code 47201 in Bartholomew, Indiana is served by Bartholomew County School Corporation for public school enrollment. The district covers grades Pre-K – 12th. This page provides a data-driven overview of Bartholomew County School Corporation’s funding levels, size, rating, and what families should know before enrolling or making a housing decision in this area.
Understanding the 7/10 Rating
With a rating of 7/10 (above average), Bartholomew County School Corporation ranks among Indiana’s above average-rated school systems. 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.
Bartholomew County School Corporation earns an above-average rating, with reading and math proficiency rates stronger than most other districts in Indiana. Above-average districts generally show solid and consistent academic results across their schools. Families considering this area will find a district with meaningful academic strengths. Research the specific schools assigned to your address — even above-average districts have variation between individual buildings.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 47201
Children in zip code 47201 are assigned to Bartholomew County 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 47201, 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 Bartholomew County School Corporation at (812)376-4220 or visit www.bcscschools.org/. Typical enrollment documents include proof of address, a government-issued birth certificate, immunization records, and any existing school records or IEP documentation. 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 Columbus
For families considering a purchase in the Columbus area, district assignment matters financially. Because Bartholomew County School Corporation serves zip code 47201, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 47201 and neighboring areas. 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 Bartholomew County 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 47201.
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 and phone numbers are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring; per-pupil spending comes from the US Census Bureau's Annual Survey of School System Finances, released about two years after the fiscal year it covers. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Bartholomew County School Corporation before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 47201 data.