For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,839 students in Bluffton, IN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Bluffton, IN are Lancaster Central School, Bluffton-harrison Elementary School and Bluffton-harrison Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bluffton, IN public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in Bluffton have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Indiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% 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 Bluffton, IN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lancaster Central School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3240 E 300 N
Bluffton, IN 46714
(260) 565-3135
Bluffton, IN 46714
(260) 565-3135
Gr: PK-5 | 533 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Bluffton-harrison Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1100 E Spring St
Bluffton, IN 46714
(260) 824-0333
Bluffton, IN 46714
(260) 824-0333
Gr: PK-4 | 750 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #33.
Bluffton-harrison Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1500 Stogdill Rd
Bluffton, IN 46714
(260) 824-3536
Bluffton, IN 46714
(260) 824-3536
Gr: 5-8 | 556 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Bluffton, IN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Bluffton, IN include Lancaster Central School, Bluffton-harrison Elementary School and Bluffton-harrison Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Bluffton?
3 public elementary schools are located in Bluffton.
What is the racial composition of students in Bluffton?
Bluffton public elementary schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Which public elementary schools in Bluffton are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Bluffton include: Lancaster Central School vs. Bluffton-harrison Elementary School, Bluffton-harrison Elementary School vs. Lancaster Central School
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