For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 2,257 students in Pendleton, IN.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Pendleton, IN are East Elementary School, Pendleton Elementary School and Maple Ridge Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Pendleton, IN public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in Pendleton have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Indiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% 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 Pendleton, IN (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
East Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
893 E Us 36
Pendleton, IN 46064
(765) 779-4445
Pendleton, IN 46064
(765) 779-4445
Grades: K-6
| 671 students
Rank: #22.
Pendleton Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
327 S East St
Pendleton, IN 46064
(765) 778-2117
Pendleton, IN 46064
(765) 778-2117
Grades: PK-6
| 870 students
Rank: #33.
Maple Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
8537 S Cr 650 W
Pendleton, IN 46064
(765) 778-3818
Pendleton, IN 46064
(765) 778-3818
Grades: PK-6
| 716 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Pendleton, IN?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Pendleton, IN include East Elementary School, Pendleton Elementary School and Maple Ridge Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Pendleton?
3 public elementary schools are located in Pendleton.
What is the racial composition of students in Pendleton?
Pendleton public elementary schools minority enrollment is 14% 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 Pendleton are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Pendleton include: Maple Ridge Elementary School vs. Pendleton Elementary School, Maple Ridge Elementary School vs. East Elementary School, Pendleton Elementary School vs. Maple Ridge Elementary School
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