For the 2025 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 90%).
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 27% (versus the Indiana public school average of 38%), 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)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Manchester Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
9387 Sr 48
Aurora, IN 47001
(812) 926-1140
Aurora, IN 47001
(812) 926-1140
Grades: K-6
| 141 students
Rank: #22.
South Dearborn Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5850 Squire Pl
Aurora, IN 47001
(812) 926-6298
Aurora, IN 47001
(812) 926-6298
Grades: 7-8
| 293 students
Rank: #33.
South Dearborn High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5770 Highlander Dr
Aurora, IN 47001
(812) 926-3772
Aurora, IN 47001
(812) 926-3772
Grades: 9-12
| 645 students
Rank: #44.
Aurora Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6098 Squire Pl
Aurora, IN 47001
(812) 926-2222
Aurora, IN 47001
(812) 926-2222
Grades: PK-6
| 537 students
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 90%).
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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