For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,218 students in Auburn, IN (there are 1 private school, serving 496 private students). 71% of all K-12 students in Auburn, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in Auburn, IN are James R Watson Elementary School and Mckenney-harrison Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Auburn, IN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the Indiana public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in Auburn have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in Auburn, IN (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
James R Watson Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
901 Eckhart Ave
Auburn, IN 46706
(260) 920-1014
Auburn, IN 46706
(260) 920-1014
Grades: PK-5
| 570 students
Rank: #22.
Mckenney-harrison Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
400 South Indiana Ave
Auburn, IN 46706
(260) 920-1015
Auburn, IN 46706
(260) 920-1015
Grades: PK-5
| 648 students
Auburn, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Star Academy Of Columbus (Closed 2009)
Charter School
7236 County Road 427
Auburn, IN 46706
Auburn, IN 46706
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Auburn, IN?
The top ranked public schools in Auburn, IN include James R Watson Elementary School and Mckenney-harrison Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Auburn, IN?
2 public schools are located in Auburn, IN.
What percentage of students in Auburn, IN go to public school?
71% of all K-12 students in Auburn, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in Auburn, IN?
Auburn, IN public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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