For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,472 students in Lapel, IN.
The top-ranked public schools in Lapel, IN are Lapel Sr High School, Lapel Elementary School and Lapel Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lapel, IN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in Lapel have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% 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 Lapel, IN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lapel Sr High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1850 S 900 W
Lapel, IN 46051
(765) 534-3137
Lapel, IN 46051
(765) 534-3137
Gr: 9-12 | 462 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Lapel Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2865 S Sr 13
Lapel, IN 46051
(765) 534-3101
Lapel, IN 46051
(765) 534-3101
Gr: PK-5 | 675 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #33.
Lapel Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2883 S Sr 13
Lapel, IN 46051
(765) 534-3136
Lapel, IN 46051
(765) 534-3136
Gr: 6-8 | 335 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Lapel, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in Lapel, IN include Lapel Sr High School, Lapel Elementary School and Lapel Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Lapel?
3 public schools are located in Lapel.
What is the racial composition of students in Lapel?
Lapel public schools minority enrollment is 7% 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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