Top 10 Best Anderson Public Schools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 7,189 students in Anderson, IN (there are 7 private schools, serving 1,100 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in Anderson, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in Anderson, IN are Excel Center - Anderson, Eastside Elementary School and Edgewood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Anderson, IN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Indiana public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in Anderson have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best Public Schools in Anderson, IN (2025)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Excel Center - Anderson
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
630 Nichols Ave
Anderson, IN 46016
(317) 524-3930
Grades: 9-12
| 308 students
Rank: #22.
Eastside Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
844 N Scatterfield Rd
Anderson, IN 46012
(765) 641-2101
Grades: K-5
| 565 students
Rank: #33.
Edgewood Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
3525 Winding Way
Anderson, IN 46011
(765) 641-2119
Grades: PK-5
| 457 students
Rank: #44.
Valley Grove Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
2160 S 300 E
Anderson, IN 46017
(765) 378-3393
Grades: K-5
| 453 students
Rank: #55.
Anderson High School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
4610 Madison Ave
Anderson, IN 46013
(765) 641-2037
Grades: 9-12
| 1,722 students
Rank: #66.
Erskine Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
811 W 60th St
Anderson, IN 46013
(765) 641-2099
Grades: K-5
| 474 students
Rank: #7 - 87. - 8.
Anderson Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
2035 S Raible Ave
Anderson, IN 46011
(765) 641-2092
Grades: K-5
| 462 students
Rank: #7 - 87. - 8.
Tenth Street Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
3124 E 10th St
Anderson, IN 46012
(765) 641-2103
Grades: K-5
| 518 students
Rank: #99.
Highland Middle School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
2108 E 200 N
Anderson, IN 46012
(765) 641-2059
Grades: 7-8
| 935 students
Rank: #1010.
Anderson Intermediate School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
2300 Lindberg Rd
Anderson, IN 46012
(765) 641-2047
Grades: 5-6
| 452 students
Rank: #1111.
Anderson Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
101 West 29th Street
Anderson, IN 46016
(765) 649-8472
Grades: K-12
| 843 students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in Anderson, Indiana

Anderson, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
1229 Lincoln St
Anderson, IN 46016
(765) 641-2121
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
2010 Brentwood Drive
Anderson, IN 46011
(765) 641-6571
Grades: 6-10
| 37 students
2300 Lindberg Rd
Anderson, IN 46012
(765) 641-2047
Grades: 4-6
| 711 students
1229 Lincoln St
Anderson, IN 46016
(765) 641-2121
Grades: PK-12
| n/a students
1600 Hillcrest Ave
Anderson, IN 46011
(765) 641-2130
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
2108 East 200 North
Anderson, IN 46012
(765) 641-2059
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
3070 East 300 North
Anderson, IN 46012
(765) 378-0228
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
550 W 37th St
Anderson, IN 46013
(765) 641-2099
Grades: K-5
| 159 students
1229 Lincoln St
Anderson, IN 46016
(765) 641-2121
Grades: 3-8
| n/a students
112 E Vineyard St
Anderson, IN 46012
(765) 641-2117
Grades: K-5
| 251 students
1815 Indiana Ave
Anderson, IN 46012
(765) 641-2055
Grades: 4-6
| 929 students
802 E 5th St
Anderson, IN 46012
(765) 641-2115
Grades: K-5
| 226 students
630 Nichol Ave
Anderson, IN 46016
(765) 641-2086
Grades: K-2
| 450 students
101 W 29th St
Anderson, IN 46016
(765) 641-2051
Grades: 6-8
| 750 students
4500 S Main St
Anderson, IN 46013
(765) 641-2107
Grades: 1-5
| 295 students
4500 Main St
Anderson, IN 46013
(765) 641-2360
Grades: PK
| 205 students
119 West 29th St
Anderson, IN 46016
(765) 641-2051
Grades: K-5
| n/a students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in Anderson, IN?
The top ranked public schools in Anderson, IN include Excel Center - Anderson, Eastside Elementary School and Edgewood Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Anderson?
11 public schools are located in Anderson.
What percentage of students in Anderson go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in Anderson are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Anderson?
Anderson public schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Which public schools in Anderson are often viewed compared to one another?

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