For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 604 students in Elizabeth, IN.
The top-ranked public schools in Elizabeth, IN are South Central Elementary School and South Central Jr & Sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Elizabeth, IN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in Elizabeth have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in Elizabeth, IN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Central Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6595 E Hwy 11 Se
Elizabeth, IN 47117
(812) 969-2973
Elizabeth, IN 47117
(812) 969-2973
Gr: PK-6 | 344 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
South Central Jr & Sr High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6675 E Hwy 11 Se
Elizabeth, IN 47117
(812) 969-2941
Elizabeth, IN 47117
(812) 969-2941
Gr: 7-12 | 260 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Elizabeth, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in Elizabeth, IN include South Central Elementary School and South Central Jr & Sr High School.
How many public schools are located in Elizabeth?
2 public schools are located in Elizabeth.
What is the racial composition of students in Elizabeth?
Elizabeth public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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