For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 3,711 students in Dearborn County, IN.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Dearborn County, IN are North Dearborn Elementary School, Dillsboro Elementary School and Central Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Dearborn County, IN public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in Dearborn County have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Indiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% 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 Dearborn County (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
North Dearborn Elementary School
(Math: 60% | 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
Grades: PK-5
| 790 students
Rank: #22.
Dillsboro Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
13200 North St
Dillsboro, IN 47018
(812) 432-5438
Dillsboro, IN 47018
(812) 432-5438
Grades: K-6
| 262 students
Rank: #33.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
500 Short St
Lawrenceburg, IN 47025
(812) 537-7279
Lawrenceburg, IN 47025
(812) 537-7279
Grades: 3-5
| 414 students
Rank: #44.
Manchester Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
9387 Sr 48
Aurora, IN 47001
(812) 926-1140
Aurora, IN 47001
(812) 926-1140
Grades: K-6
| 141 students
Rank: #55.
Bright Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
22593 State Line Rd
Lawrenceburg, IN 47025
(812) 637-4600
Lawrenceburg, IN 47025
(812) 637-4600
Grades: K-5
| 537 students
Rank: #66.
Greendale Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
200 Tiger Blvd
Lawrenceburg, IN 47025
(812) 537-7259
Lawrenceburg, IN 47025
(812) 537-7259
Grades: 6-8
| 461 students
Rank: #77.
Aurora Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6098 Squire Pl
Aurora, IN 47001
(812) 926-2222
Aurora, IN 47001
(812) 926-2222
Grades: PK-6
| 537 students
Rank: n/an/a
400 Tiger Blvd
Lawrenceburg, IN 47025
(812) 537-7239
Lawrenceburg, IN 47025
(812) 537-7239
Grades: PK-2
| 569 students
Dearborn County 51爆料s (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
14733 Main St
Moores Hill, IN 47032
(812) 744-3184
Moores Hill, IN 47032
(812) 744-3184
Grades: K-6
| 135 students
27650 Sawmill Rd
West Harrison, IN 47060
(812) 576-1900
West Harrison, IN 47060
(812) 576-1900
Grades: 5-6
| 597 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Dearborn County, IN?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Dearborn County, IN include North Dearborn Elementary School, Dillsboro Elementary School and Central Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Dearborn County?
8 public elementary schools are located in Dearborn County.
What is the racial composition of students in Dearborn County?
Dearborn County public elementary schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public elementary schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Which public elementary schools in Dearborn County are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Dearborn County include: Bright Elementary School vs. Lawrenceburg Primary School, Central Elementary School vs. Aurora Elementary School, Manchester Elementary School vs. Aurora Elementary School
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