For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,061 students in Mount Vernon, IN (there are 2 private schools, serving 302 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in Mount Vernon, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in Mount Vernon, IN are Marrs Elementary School, Farmersville Elementary School and Mount Vernon High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Mount Vernon, IN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Indiana public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in Mount Vernon have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in Mount Vernon, IN (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Marrs Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
9201 Hwy 62 E
Mount Vernon, IN 47620
(812) 985-2082
Mount Vernon, IN 47620
(812) 985-2082
Grades: K-5
| 318 students
Rank: #22.
Farmersville Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4065 Hwy 69 S
Mount Vernon, IN 47620
(812) 838-6593
Mount Vernon, IN 47620
(812) 838-6593
Grades: PK-5
| 311 students
Rank: #33.
Mount Vernon High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
700 Harriett St
Mount Vernon, IN 47620
(812) 838-4356
Mount Vernon, IN 47620
(812) 838-4356
Grades: 9-12
| 576 students
Rank: #44.
West Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1105 W 4th St
Mount Vernon, IN 47620
(812) 833-2072
Mount Vernon, IN 47620
(812) 833-2072
Grades: K-5
| 343 students
Rank: #55.
Mount Vernon Jr High School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
701 Tile Factory Rd
Mount Vernon, IN 47620
(812) 833-2077
Mount Vernon, IN 47620
(812) 833-2077
Grades: 6-8
| 513 students
Mount Vernon, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
716 Locust St
Mount Vernon, IN 47620
(812) 833-2069
Mount Vernon, IN 47620
(812) 833-2069
Grades: PK-5
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Mount Vernon, IN?
The top ranked public schools in Mount Vernon, IN include Marrs Elementary School, Farmersville Elementary School and Mount Vernon High School.
How many public schools are located in Mount Vernon?
5 public schools are located in Mount Vernon.
What percentage of students in Mount Vernon go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in Mount Vernon are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Mount Vernon?
Mount Vernon public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Which public schools in Mount Vernon are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Mount Vernon include: West Elementary School vs. Farmersville Elementary School, Farmersville Elementary School vs. West Elementary School, Farmersville Elementary School vs. Marrs Elementary School
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