Top 10 Best Sullivan County Public Schools (2024-25)

For the 2024-25 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 3,165 students in Sullivan County, IN (there are 1 private school, serving 22 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in Sullivan County, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in Sullivan County, IN are Northeast East Elementary School, Sullivan Middle School and Carlisle Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Sullivan County, IN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Indiana public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in Sullivan County have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best Public Schools in Sullivan County (2024-25)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Northeast East Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
502 N Vine St
Hymera, IN 47855
(812) 383-4671
Grades: PK-6
| 168 students
Rank: #22.
Sullivan Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
415 W Frakes St
Sullivan, IN 47882
(812) 268-4000
Grades: 6-8
| 298 students
Rank: #33.
Carlisle Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
204 W Eaton St
Carlisle, IN 47838
(812) 398-3851
Grades: PK-5
| 196 students
Rank: #44.
Sullivan Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
351 W Frakes St
Sullivan, IN 47882
(812) 268-3341
Grades: PK-5
| 663 students
Rank: #55.
Carlisle Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
204 W Eaton St
Carlisle, IN 47838
(812) 398-3851
Grades: 6-8
| 87 students
Rank: #66.
Sullivan High School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
902 N Section
Sullivan, IN 47882
(812) 268-6301
Grades: 9-12
| 499 students
Rank: #77.
Northeast North Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
417 W Main St
Farmersburg, IN 47850
(812) 696-2176
Grades: PK-6
| 228 students
Rank: #88.
Dugger Union Community School Corp
Magnet School
Charter School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
7356 East County Road 50 South
Dugger, IN 47848
(812) 648-7109
Grades: K-12
| 567 students
Rank: #99.
Rural Community Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
2385 N Sr 63
Sullivan, IN 47882
(812) 382-4500
Grades: K-8
| 85 students
Rank: #1010.
North Central Jr/sr High School
Magnet School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
910 E Cr 975 N
Farmersburg, IN 47850
(812) 397-2132
Grades: 7-12
| 374 students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in Sullivan County, IN

Sullivan County Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
7356 East Cr 50 South
Dugger, IN 47848
(812) 648-2025
Grades: K-6
| 145 students
620 North Washington Street
Shelburn, IN 47879
(812) 397-5390
Grades: 6-8
| 186 students
820 N Section
Sullivan, IN 47882
(812) 268-4000
Grades: 7-12
| 213 students
7356 East Cr 50 South
Dugger, IN 47848
(812) 648-2729
Grades: 7-12
| 168 students
6908 South Old Hwy Us 41
Carlisle, IN 47838
(812) 398-5050
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in Sullivan County, IN?
The top ranked public schools in Sullivan County, IN include Northeast East Elementary School, Sullivan Middle School and Carlisle Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Sullivan County?
10 public schools are located in Sullivan County.
What percentage of students in Sullivan County go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in Sullivan County are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in Sullivan County?
Sullivan County public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Which public schools in Sullivan County are often viewed compared to one another?

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