For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 3,668 students in Dearborn County, IN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Dearborn County, IN are North Dearborn Elementary School, Dillsboro Elementary School and Central Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Dearborn County, IN public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in Dearborn County have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Indiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% 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 Dearborn County (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Dearborn Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
27650 Sawmill Road
West Harrison, IN 47060
(812) 576-1900
West Harrison, IN 47060
(812) 576-1900
Gr: PK-5 | 793 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Dillsboro Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
13200 North St
Dillsboro, IN 47018
(812) 432-5438
Dillsboro, IN 47018
(812) 432-5438
Gr: K-6 | 267 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #33.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
500 Short St
Lawrenceburg, IN 47025
(812) 537-7279
Lawrenceburg, IN 47025
(812) 537-7279
Gr: 3-5 | 438 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #44.
Bright Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
22593 State Line Rd
Lawrenceburg, IN 47025
(812) 637-4600
Lawrenceburg, IN 47025
(812) 637-4600
Gr: K-5 | 534 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #55.
Manchester Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
9387 Sr 48
Aurora, IN 47001
(812) 926-1140
Aurora, IN 47001
(812) 926-1140
Gr: K-6 | 145 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #66.
Greendale Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
200 Tiger Blvd
Lawrenceburg, IN 47025
(812) 537-7259
Lawrenceburg, IN 47025
(812) 537-7259
Gr: 6-8 | 437 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #77.
Aurora Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6098 Squire Pl
Aurora, IN 47001
(812) 926-2222
Aurora, IN 47001
(812) 926-2222
Gr: PK-6 | 524 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: n/an/a
400 Tiger Blvd
Lawrenceburg, IN 47025
(812) 537-7239
Lawrenceburg, IN 47025
(812) 537-7239
Gr: PK-2 | 531 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Dearborn County, IN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Dearborn County, IN include North Dearborn Elementary School, Dillsboro Elementary School and Central Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Dearborn County?
8 public elementary schools are located in Dearborn County.
What is the racial composition of students in Dearborn County?
Dearborn County public elementary schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Which public elementary schools in Dearborn County are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Dearborn County include: Bright Elementary School vs. Lawrenceburg Primary School, Manchester Elementary School vs. Aurora Elementary School, Central Elementary School vs. Aurora Elementary School
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