For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 998 students in Waterloo, IN.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Waterloo, IN are Dekalb Middle School and Waterloo Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Waterloo, IN public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in Waterloo have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% 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 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Waterloo, IN (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Dekalb Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3338 Cr 427
Waterloo, IN 46793
(260) 920-1013
Waterloo, IN 46793
(260) 920-1013
Grades: 6-8
| 774 students
Rank: #22.
Waterloo Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
300 E Douglas St
Waterloo, IN 46793
(260) 920-1011
Waterloo, IN 46793
(260) 920-1011
Grades: PK-5
| 224 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Waterloo, IN?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Waterloo, IN include Dekalb Middle School and Waterloo Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Waterloo?
2 public elementary schools are located in Waterloo.
What is the racial composition of students in Waterloo?
Waterloo public elementary schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public elementary schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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