For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,550 students in Charlestown, IN (there are 1 private school, serving 39 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in Charlestown, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in Charlestown, IN are Pleasant Ridge Elementary School, Jonathan Jennings Elementary School and Charlestown Senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Charlestown, IN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Indiana public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in Charlestown have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% 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 Charlestown, IN (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pleasant Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 67% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1250 Monroe St
Charlestown, IN 47111
(812) 256-7286
Charlestown, IN 47111
(812) 256-7286
Grades: PK-2
| 562 students
Rank: #22.
Jonathan Jennings Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
603 Market St
Charlestown, IN 47111
(812) 256-7284
Charlestown, IN 47111
(812) 256-7284
Grades: 3-5
| 518 students
Rank: #33.
Charlestown Senior High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
Monroe/park Sts
Charlestown, IN 47111
(812) 256-3328
Charlestown, IN 47111
(812) 256-3328
Grades: 9-12
| 854 students
Rank: #44.
Charlestown Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8804 High Jackson Rd
Charlestown, IN 47111
(812) 256-6363
Charlestown, IN 47111
(812) 256-6363
Grades: 6-8
| 616 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Charlestown, IN?
The top ranked public schools in Charlestown, IN include Pleasant Ridge Elementary School, Jonathan Jennings Elementary School and Charlestown Senior High School.
How many public schools are located in Charlestown?
4 public schools are located in Charlestown.
What percentage of students in Charlestown go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in Charlestown are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Charlestown?
Charlestown public schools minority enrollment is 24% 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 Charlestown are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Charlestown include: Jonathan Jennings Elementary School vs. Pleasant Ridge Elementary School, Pleasant Ridge Elementary School vs. Jonathan Jennings Elementary School, Charlestown Middle School vs. Charlestown Senior High School
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