For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 790 students in West Harrison, IN.
The top ranked public school in West Harrison, IN is North Dearborn Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
West Harrison, IN public school have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in West Harrison have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in West Harrison, IN (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Dearborn Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
27650 Sawmill Road
West Harrison, IN 47060
(812) 576-1900
West Harrison, IN 47060
(812) 576-1900
Gr: PK-5 | 790 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
West Harrison, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
27650 Sawmill Rd
West Harrison, IN 47060
(812) 576-1900
West Harrison, IN 47060
(812) 576-1900
Gr: 5-6 | 597 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in West Harrison, IN?
The top ranked public schools in West Harrison, IN include North Dearborn Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in West Harrison?
1 public schools are located in West Harrison.
What is the racial composition of students in West Harrison?
West Harrison public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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