For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 312 students in South Whitley, IN.
The top-ranked public elementary school in South Whitley, IN is South Whitley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
South Whitley, IN public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in South Whitley have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Indiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% 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 South Whitley, IN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Whitley Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
406 W Wayne St
South Whitley, IN 46787
(260) 723-6342
South Whitley, IN 46787
(260) 723-6342
Gr: PK-6 | 300 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: n/an/a
107 North Walnut St.
South Whitley, IN 46787
(260) 244-5771
South Whitley, IN 46787
(260) 244-5771
Gr: K-12 | 12 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in South Whitley, IN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in South Whitley, IN include South Whitley Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in South Whitley?
2 public elementary schools are located in South Whitley.
What is the racial composition of students in South Whitley?
South Whitley public elementary schools minority enrollment is 9% 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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