For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 556 students in Bristol, IN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Bristol, IN are York Elementary School and Bristol Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bristol, IN public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in Bristol have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public elementary school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Bristol, IN (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
York Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
13549 Sr 120
Bristol, IN 46507
(574) 825-5312
Bristol, IN 46507
(574) 825-5312
Gr: K-3 | 260 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Bristol Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
705 Indiana Ave
Bristol, IN 46507
(574) 848-7421
Bristol, IN 46507
(574) 848-7421
Gr: PK-6 | 296 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Bristol, IN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Bristol, IN include York Elementary School and Bristol Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Bristol?
2 public elementary schools are located in Bristol.
What is the racial composition of students in Bristol?
Bristol public elementary schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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