For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 887 students in Orleans, IN.
The top-ranked public schools in Orleans, IN are Orleans Elementary School and Orleans Jr-sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Orleans, IN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in Orleans have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% 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 Orleans, IN (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Orleans Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
637 E Washington St
Orleans, IN 47452
(812) 865-2688
Orleans, IN 47452
(812) 865-2688
Gr: PK-6 | 499 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Orleans Jr-sr High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
200 W Wilson
Orleans, IN 47452
(812) 865-2688
Orleans, IN 47452
(812) 865-2688
Gr: 7-12 | 388 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Orleans, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in Orleans, IN include Orleans Elementary School and Orleans Jr-sr High School.
How many public schools are located in Orleans?
2 public schools are located in Orleans.
What is the racial composition of students in Orleans?
Orleans public schools minority enrollment is 5% 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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