Best Aurora Public Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,616 students in Aurora, IN (there are 2 private schools, serving 177 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in Aurora, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public schools in Aurora, IN are Manchester Elementary School, South Dearborn Middle School and South Dearborn High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Aurora, IN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in Aurora have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best Public Schools in Aurora, IN (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Manchester Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
9387 Sr 48
Aurora, IN 47001
(812) 926-1140
Gr: K-6 | 141 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
South Dearborn Middle School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
5850 Squire Pl
Aurora, IN 47001
(812) 926-6298
Gr: 7-8 | 293 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #33.
South Dearborn High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
5770 Highlander Dr
Aurora, IN 47001
(812) 926-3772
Gr: 9-12 | 645 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #44.
Aurora Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
6098 Squire Pl
Aurora, IN 47001
(812) 926-2222
Gr: PK-6 | 537 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Aurora, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in Aurora, IN include Manchester Elementary School, South Dearborn Middle School and South Dearborn High School.
How many public schools are located in Aurora?
4 public schools are located in Aurora.
What percentage of students in Aurora go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in Aurora are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in Aurora?
Aurora public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Which public schools in Aurora are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Aurora include: Manchester Elementary School vs. Aurora Elementary School

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