For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 3,249 students in Mooresville, IN (there are 1 private school, serving 598 private students). 84% of all K-12 students in Mooresville, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public schools in Mooresville, IN are Mooresville High School, Northwood Elementary School and Newby Memorial Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Mooresville, IN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in Mooresville have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% 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 Mooresville, IN (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mooresville High School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
550 N Indiana St
Mooresville, IN 46158
(317) 831-9203
Mooresville, IN 46158
(317) 831-9203
Gr: 9-12 | 1,372 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Northwood Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
630 N Indiana St
Mooresville, IN 46158
(317) 831-9216
Mooresville, IN 46158
(317) 831-9216
Gr: K-7 | 402 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #33.
Newby Memorial Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
240 N Monroe St
Mooresville, IN 46158
(317) 831-9212
Mooresville, IN 46158
(317) 831-9212
Gr: PK-6 | 264 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #44.
Neil Armstrong Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1000 Rd 144
Mooresville, IN 46158
(317) 831-9210
Mooresville, IN 46158
(317) 831-9210
Gr: PK-6 | 543 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #55.
Paul Hadley Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
200 W Carlisle St
Mooresville, IN 46158
(317) 831-9208
Mooresville, IN 46158
(317) 831-9208
Gr: 7-8 | 668 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Mooresville, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in Mooresville, IN include Mooresville High School, Northwood Elementary School and Newby Memorial Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Mooresville?
5 public schools are located in Mooresville.
What percentage of students in Mooresville go to public school?
84% of all K-12 students in Mooresville are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in Mooresville?
Mooresville public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Which public schools in Mooresville are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Mooresville include: Northwood Elementary School vs. Neil Armstrong Elementary School, Paul Hadley Middle School vs. Newby Memorial Elementary School, Neil Armstrong Elementary School vs. Newby Memorial Elementary School
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