For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,312 students in Berne, IN (there are 2 private schools, serving 57 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in Berne, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public schools in Berne, IN are South Adams Elementary School, South Adams Middle School and South Adams High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Berne, IN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in Berne have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in Berne, IN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Adams Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1012 Starfire Way
Berne, IN 46711
(260) 589-1101
Berne, IN 46711
(260) 589-1101
Gr: PK-5 | 671 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
South Adams Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1212 Starfire Way
Berne, IN 46711
(260) 589-1102
Berne, IN 46711
(260) 589-1102
Gr: 6-8 | 294 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #33.
South Adams High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1000 Parkway St
Berne, IN 46711
(260) 589-3131
Berne, IN 46711
(260) 589-3131
Gr: 9-12 | 347 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Berne, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in Berne, IN include South Adams Elementary School, South Adams Middle School and South Adams High School.
How many public schools are located in Berne?
3 public schools are located in Berne.
What percentage of students in Berne go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in Berne are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in Berne?
Berne public schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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