For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 4,670 students in Pendleton, IN.
The top-ranked public schools in Pendleton, IN are Pendleton Elementary School, East Elementary School and Maple Ridge Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Pendleton, IN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in Pendleton have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% 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 Pendleton, IN (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pendleton Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
327 S East St
Pendleton, IN 46064
(765) 778-2117
Pendleton, IN 46064
(765) 778-2117
Gr: PK-6 | 893 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
East Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
893 E Us 36
Pendleton, IN 46064
(765) 779-4445
Pendleton, IN 46064
(765) 779-4445
Gr: K-6 | 687 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #33.
Maple Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
8537 S Cr 650 W
Pendleton, IN 46064
(765) 778-3818
Pendleton, IN 46064
(765) 778-3818
Gr: PK-6 | 858 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #44.
Pendleton Heights High School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
One Arabian Dr
Pendleton, IN 46064
(765) 778-2161
Pendleton, IN 46064
(765) 778-2161
Gr: 9-12 | 1,502 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #55.
Pendleton Heights Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
7450 S 300 W
Pendleton, IN 46064
(765) 778-2139
Pendleton, IN 46064
(765) 778-2139
Gr: 7-8 | 730 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Pendleton, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in Pendleton, IN include Pendleton Elementary School, East Elementary School and Maple Ridge Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Pendleton?
5 public schools are located in Pendleton.
What is the racial composition of students in Pendleton?
Pendleton public schools minority enrollment is 16% 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 Pendleton are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Pendleton include: Maple Ridge Elementary School vs. Pendleton Elementary School, Pendleton Elementary School vs. Maple Ridge Elementary School, Pendleton Elementary School vs. East Elementary School
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