For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 621 students in Waldron, IN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Waldron, IN are Waldron Elementary School and Waldron Jr-sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Waldron, IN public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in Waldron have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Indiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% 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 Waldron, IN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Waldron Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
306 S East St
Waldron, IN 46182
(765) 525-6505
Waldron, IN 46182
(765) 525-6505
Gr: PK-5 | 298 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Waldron Jr-sr High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
102 N East St
Waldron, IN 46182
(765) 525-6822
Waldron, IN 46182
(765) 525-6822
Gr: 6-12 | 323 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Waldron, IN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Waldron, IN include Waldron Elementary School and Waldron Jr-sr High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Waldron?
2 public elementary schools are located in Waldron.
What is the racial composition of students in Waldron?
Waldron public elementary schools minority enrollment is 5% 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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