For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 924 students in Pekin, IN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Pekin, IN are East Washington Elementary School and East Washington Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Pekin, IN public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in Pekin have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public elementary school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Pekin, IN (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
East Washington Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1020 N Eastern School Rd
Pekin, IN 47165
(812) 967-2929
Pekin, IN 47165
(812) 967-2929
Gr: PK-4 | 506 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
East Washington Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1100 N Eastern School Rd E-5
Pekin, IN 47165
(812) 967-5000
Pekin, IN 47165
(812) 967-5000
Gr: 5-8 | 418 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Pekin, IN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Pekin, IN include East Washington Elementary School and East Washington Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Pekin?
2 public elementary schools are located in Pekin.
What is the racial composition of students in Pekin?
Pekin public elementary schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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