For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 141 students in Wanatah, IN.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Wanatah, IN is Tri-township Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Wanatah, IN public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in Wanatah have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% 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 Wanatah, IN (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tri-township Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
309 School Dr
Wanatah, IN 46390
(219) 733-2815
Wanatah, IN 46390
(219) 733-2815
Gr: PK-6 | 141 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Wanatah, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
309 School Dr 249
Wanatah, IN 46390
(219) 733-2815
Wanatah, IN 46390
(219) 733-2815
Gr: K-8 | 210 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Wanatah, IN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Wanatah, IN include Tri-township Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Wanatah?
2 public elementary schools are located in Wanatah.
What is the racial composition of students in Wanatah?
Wanatah public elementary schools minority enrollment is 10% 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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