For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,485 students in Mount Vernon, IN.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Mount Vernon, IN are Marrs Elementary School, Farmersville Elementary School and West Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Mount Vernon, IN public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in Mount Vernon have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Indiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Indiana public elementary school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Mount Vernon, IN (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Marrs Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
9201 Hwy 62 E
Mount Vernon, IN 47620
(812) 985-2082
Mount Vernon, IN 47620
(812) 985-2082
Grades: K-5
| 318 students
Rank: #22.
Farmersville Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4065 Hwy 69 S
Mount Vernon, IN 47620
(812) 838-6593
Mount Vernon, IN 47620
(812) 838-6593
Grades: PK-5
| 311 students
Rank: #33.
West Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1105 W 4th St
Mount Vernon, IN 47620
(812) 833-2072
Mount Vernon, IN 47620
(812) 833-2072
Grades: K-5
| 343 students
Rank: #44.
Mount Vernon Jr High School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
701 Tile Factory Rd
Mount Vernon, IN 47620
(812) 833-2077
Mount Vernon, IN 47620
(812) 833-2077
Grades: 6-8
| 513 students
Mount Vernon, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
716 Locust St
Mount Vernon, IN 47620
(812) 833-2069
Mount Vernon, IN 47620
(812) 833-2069
Grades: PK-5
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Mount Vernon, IN?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Mount Vernon, IN include Marrs Elementary School, Farmersville Elementary School and West Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Mount Vernon?
4 public elementary schools are located in Mount Vernon.
What is the racial composition of students in Mount Vernon?
Mount Vernon public elementary schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Indiana public elementary schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Which public elementary schools in Mount Vernon are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Mount Vernon include: West Elementary School vs. Farmersville Elementary School, Farmersville Elementary School vs. West Elementary School, Farmersville Elementary School vs. Marrs Elementary School
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