Indiana is the #20 largest school system in the United States, serving 1,029,704 students across the 1,904 public schools for the 2025 school year (there are 817 private schools, serving 121,738 students). 89% of all K-12 students in Indiana attend public schools, compared to the national average of 90%.
The percentage of students achieving math proficiency in Indiana is 38%. The percentage of students achieving reading proficiency is 41%.
The top-ranked public schools in Indiana are Signature School Inc, Northpoint Elementary School, and Prairie Vista Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test scores.
Minority enrollment is 37%, with the majority being Hispanic or Black and the student:teacher ratio is 15:1.
Top Ranked Public Schools in Indiana (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Student Proficiency
Grades
Location
Rank: #11.
Signature School Inc
Charter School
(Math: 90-94% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 90-94% (Top 1%)
Reading: ≥95% (Top 1%)
Grades: 9-12
610 Main St
Evansville, IN 47708
(812) 421-1820
Evansville, IN 47708
(812) 421-1820
Rank: #22.
Northpoint Elementary School
(Math: 93% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 93% (Top 1%)
Reading: 85% (Top 1%)
Grades: K-5
50800 Cherry Rd
Granger, IN 46530
(574) 271-8598
Granger, IN 46530
(574) 271-8598
Rank: #33.
Prairie Vista Elementary School
(Math: 89% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 89% (Top 1%)
Reading: 85% (Top 1%)
Grades: K-5
15400 Brick Rd
Granger, IN 46530
(574) 271-0055
Granger, IN 46530
(574) 271-0055
Rank: #4 - 64. - 6.
College Wood Elementary School
(Math: 87% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 87% (Top 1%)
Reading: 79% (Top 1%)
Grades: K-5
12415 Shelborne Rd
Carmel, IN 46032
(317) 733-6430
Carmel, IN 46032
(317) 733-6430
Rank: #4 - 64. - 6.
Memorial Elementary School
(Math: 86% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 86% (Top 1%)
Reading: 80% (Top 1%)
Grades: K-5
1052 Park Ave
Valparaiso, IN 46383
(219) 531-3090
Valparaiso, IN 46383
(219) 531-3090
Rank: #4 - 64. - 6.
West Clay Elementary School
(Math: 90% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 90% (Top 1%)
Reading: 78% (Top 1%)
Grades: K-5
3495 W 126 St
Carmel, IN 46032
(317) 733-6500
Carmel, IN 46032
(317) 733-6500
Rank: #77.
White Lick Elementary School
(Math: 85% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 85% (Top 1%)
Reading: 79% (Top 1%)
Grades: K-5
1400 S Odell St
Brownsburg, IN 46112
(317) 852-3126
Brownsburg, IN 46112
(317) 852-3126
Rank: #88.
Indiana Academy For Sci Math Hmn
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 80-84% (Top 5%)
Reading: 90-94% (Top 1%)
Grades: 10-12
Bsu - 301 N Talley Avenue
Muncie, IN 47306
(765) 285-8102
Muncie, IN 47306
(765) 285-8102
Rank: #99.
Cedarville Elementary School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 83% (Top 1%)
Reading: 78% (Top 1%)
Grades: K-3
12225 Hardisty Rd
Fort Wayne, IN 46845
(260) 446-0110
Fort Wayne, IN 46845
(260) 446-0110
Rank: #1010.
Prairie Trace Elementary School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 83% (Top 1%)
Reading: 77% (Top 1%)
Grades: K-5
14200 N River Rd
Carmel, IN 46033
(317) 571-7925
Carmel, IN 46033
(317) 571-7925
Overview
This State (IN)
# Schools
1,904 Schools
# Students
1,029,704 Students
Gender %
# Teachers
67,292 Teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
Student By Grade
State Acdeamy
State Average (IN)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
Graduation Rate
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
Students by Ethnicity:
Diversity Score
0.56
# American Indian Students
1,659 Students
% American Indian Students
n/a
# Asian Students
31,157 Students
% Asian Students
3%
# Hispanic Students
150,723 Students
% Hispanic Students
15%
# Black Students
137,666 Students
% Black Students
13%
# White Students
650,927 Students
% White Students
63%
# Hawaiian Students
1,062 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
# Two or more races Students
56,510 Students
% of Two or more races Students
6%
All Ethnic Groups
State Revenue and Spending
This State (IN)
Total Revenue (22-23)
$13,615 MM
Spending (22-23)
$13,234 MM
Revenue / Student (22-23)
$13,222
Spending / Student (22-23)
$12,852
Best Indiana Public Schools by County (2025)
County
# Schools
# Students
% Minority
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Indiana?
The top-ranked public schools in Indiana include Signature School Inc, Northpoint Elementary School, and Prairie Vista Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Indiana?
1,904 public schools are located in Indiana.
What percentage of students in Indiana go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in Indiana attend public schools (compared to the national average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Indiana?
Minority enrollment in Indiana is 37%, with the majority being Hispanic or Black.
Which public schools in Indiana are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Indiana include: West Noble Middle School vs. East Noble Middle School, Austin High School vs. Scottsburg Senior High School, Plapromise Prep vs. Irvington Preparatory Academy
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