For the 2024 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 2,930 students in Jefferson County, IN.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Jefferson County, IN are Lydia Middleton Elementary School, Deputy Elementary School and Rykers' Ridge Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Jefferson County, IN public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in Jefferson County have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Indiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public elementary school average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Jefferson County (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lydia Middleton Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
714 W Main St
Madison, IN 47250
(812) 274-8005
Madison, IN 47250
(812) 274-8005
Grades: PK-4
| 324 students
Rank: #22.
Deputy Elementary School
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
14350 W Mulberry
Deputy, IN 47230
(812) 274-8007
Deputy, IN 47230
(812) 274-8007
Grades: PK-4
| 112 students
Rank: #33.
Rykers' Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2485 N Rykers' Ridge Rd
Madison, IN 47250
(812) 274-8006
Madison, IN 47250
(812) 274-8006
Grades: PK-4
| 229 students
Rank: #44.
Madison Consolidated Jr High School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
701 8th St
Madison, IN 47250
(812) 274-8003
Madison, IN 47250
(812) 274-8003
Grades: 3-8
| 778 students
Rank: #55.
Southwestern Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
273 South Main Cross St
Hanover, IN 47243
(812) 866-6215
Hanover, IN 47243
(812) 866-6215
Grades: PK-5
| 614 students
Rank: #66.
Anderson Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2325 Cherry Dr
Madison, IN 47250
(812) 274-8004
Madison, IN 47250
(812) 274-8004
Grades: PK-4
| 435 students
Rank: #77.
Southwestern Middle School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
169 S Main Cross St
Hanover, IN 47243
(812) 866-6244
Hanover, IN 47243
(812) 866-6244
Grades: 6-8
| 312 students
Rank: #88.
Canaan Community Academy
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
8775 N Canaan Main St
Canaan, IN 47224
(812) 839-0003
Canaan, IN 47224
(812) 839-0003
Grades: K-7
| 126 students
Jefferson County Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
7045 West Main St
Dupont, IN 47231
(812) 273-8520
Dupont, IN 47231
(812) 273-8520
Grades: K-5
| 116 students
419 East St
Madison, IN 47250
(812) 273-8524
Madison, IN 47250
(812) 273-8524
Grades: K-5
| 223 students
800 Bus Stop Dr
Madison, IN 47250
(812) 265-6154
Madison, IN 47250
(812) 265-6154
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
2325 Cherry Dr
Madison, IN 47250
(812) 273-8528
Madison, IN 47250
(812) 273-8528
Grades: PK
| 90 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Jefferson County, IN?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Jefferson County, IN include Lydia Middleton Elementary School, Deputy Elementary School and Rykers' Ridge Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Jefferson County, IN?
8 public elementary schools are located in Jefferson County, IN.
What is the racial composition of students in Jefferson County, IN?
Jefferson County, IN public elementary schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public elementary schools average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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