For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 890 students in Rockport, IN (there are 1 private school, serving 142 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in Rockport, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in Rockport, IN are South Spencer Middle School, Rockport-ohio Elementary School and South Spencer High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Rockport, IN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Indiana public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in Rockport have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% 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 Rockport, IN (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
South Spencer Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1298 N Orchard Rd
Rockport, IN 47635
(812) 649-2203
Rockport, IN 47635
(812) 649-2203
Grades: 6-8
| 218 students
Rank: #22.
Rockport-ohio Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
200 S 6th St
Rockport, IN 47635
(812) 649-2201
Rockport, IN 47635
(812) 649-2201
Grades: PK-5
| 320 students
Rank: #33.
South Spencer High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1142 N Orchard Rd
Rockport, IN 47635
(812) 649-9157
Rockport, IN 47635
(812) 649-9157
Grades: 9-12
| 352 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Rockport, IN?
The top ranked public schools in Rockport, IN include South Spencer Middle School, Rockport-ohio Elementary School and South Spencer High School.
How many public schools are located in Rockport?
3 public schools are located in Rockport.
What percentage of students in Rockport go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in Rockport are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Rockport?
Rockport public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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