For the 2024-25 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 2,661 students in Wabash, IN.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Wabash, IN are Southwood Elementary School, Southwood Jr-sr High School and Sharp Creek Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Wabash, IN public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in Wabash have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public elementary school average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Wabash, IN (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Southwood Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
840 E Sr 124
Wabash, IN 46992
(260) 563-8050
Wabash, IN 46992
(260) 563-8050
Grades: PK-5
| 421 students
Rank: #22.
Southwood Jr-sr High School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
564 E Sr 124
Wabash, IN 46992
(260) 563-8050
Wabash, IN 46992
(260) 563-8050
Grades: 6-12
| 457 students
Rank: #33.
Sharp Creek Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
264 W 200 N
Wabash, IN 46992
(260) 563-8050
Wabash, IN 46992
(260) 563-8050
Grades: 3-6
| 266 students
Rank: #44.
Metro North Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 30-34% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3844 W 200 N
Wabash, IN 46992
(260) 563-8050
Wabash, IN 46992
(260) 563-8050
Grades: PK-2
| 272 students
Rank: #55.
Wabash Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
150 Colerain St
Wabash, IN 46992
(260) 563-4137
Wabash, IN 46992
(260) 563-4137
Grades: 5-8
| 443 students
Rank: #66.
O J Neighbours Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1545 N Wabash St
Wabash, IN 46992
(260) 563-2345
Wabash, IN 46992
(260) 563-2345
Grades: PK-4
| 391 students
Rank: #77.
White's Jr-sr High School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5233 S 50 E
Wabash, IN 46992
(260) 563-1150
Wabash, IN 46992
(260) 563-1150
Grades: 6-12
| 411 students
Rank: n/an/a
Wabash/miami Area Prog Excpt
Special Education School
Magnet School
Magnet School
246 N 300 W
Wabash, IN 46992
(260) 563-8871
Wabash, IN 46992
(260) 563-8871
Grades: PK-12
| n/a students
Wabash, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1721 Vernon St
Wabash, IN 46992
(260) 563-2645
Wabash, IN 46992
(260) 563-2645
Grades: 4-5
| 202 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Wabash, IN?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Wabash, IN include Southwood Elementary School, Southwood Jr-sr High School and Sharp Creek Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Wabash?
8 public elementary schools are located in Wabash.
What is the racial composition of students in Wabash?
Wabash public elementary schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public elementary schools average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Which public elementary schools in Wabash are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Wabash include: Southwood Elementary School vs. Metro North Elementary School
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