For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,920 students in Ossian, IN (there are 1 private school, serving 49 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in Ossian, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in Ossian, IN are Norwell Middle School, Norwell High School and Ossian Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Ossian, IN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Indiana public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in Ossian have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in Ossian, IN (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Norwell Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1100 E Us 224
Ossian, IN 46777
(260) 543-2218
Ossian, IN 46777
(260) 543-2218
Grades: 6-8
| 566 students
Rank: #22.
Norwell High School
Magnet School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1100 E Us 224
Ossian, IN 46777
(260) 543-2213
Ossian, IN 46777
(260) 543-2213
Grades: 9-12
| 788 students
Rank: #33.
Ossian Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
213 S Jefferson
Ossian, IN 46777
(260) 622-4179
Ossian, IN 46777
(260) 622-4179
Grades: PK-5
| 566 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Ossian, IN?
The top ranked public schools in Ossian, IN include Norwell Middle School, Norwell High School and Ossian Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Ossian?
3 public schools are located in Ossian.
What percentage of students in Ossian go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in Ossian are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in Ossian?
Ossian public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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