For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 2,775 students in Greencastle, IN (there are 1 private school, serving 56 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in Greencastle, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in Greencastle, IN are Central Elementary School, Greencastle High School and South Putnam Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Greencastle, IN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in Greencastle have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in Greencastle, IN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1888 E Us Hwy 40
Greencastle, IN 46135
(765) 653-6175
Greencastle, IN 46135
(765) 653-6175
Gr: K-5 | 335 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Greencastle High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
910 E Washington St
Greencastle, IN 46135
(765) 653-9711
Greencastle, IN 46135
(765) 653-9711
Gr: 9-12 | 497 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #33.
South Putnam Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1780 E Us Hwy 40
Greencastle, IN 46135
(765) 653-3148
Greencastle, IN 46135
(765) 653-3148
Gr: 6-8 | 268 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #44.
Tzouanakis Intermediate School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
500 Linwood Dr
Greencastle, IN 46135
(765) 653-4700
Greencastle, IN 46135
(765) 653-4700
Gr: 3-5 | 419 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #55.
South Putnam High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1780 E Us Hwy 40
Greencastle, IN 46135
(765) 653-3148
Greencastle, IN 46135
(765) 653-3148
Gr: 9-12 | 354 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #66.
Greencastle Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
400 Percy L Julian Dr
Greencastle, IN 46135
(765) 653-9774
Greencastle, IN 46135
(765) 653-9774
Gr: 6-8 | 383 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: n/an/a
Area 30 Career Center
Vocational School
One North Calbert Way - Suite
Greencastle, IN 46135
(765) 653-3515
Greencastle, IN 46135
(765) 653-3515
Gr: 6-12
Rank: n/an/a
1000 Deer Meadow Ln
Greencastle, IN 46135
(765) 653-3518
Greencastle, IN 46135
(765) 653-3518
Gr: PK-2 | 359 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: n/an/a
711 South Central Ave
Greencastle, IN 46135
(765) 653-3315
Greencastle, IN 46135
(765) 653-3315
Gr: K-2 | 160 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: n/an/a
Old National Trail Special Services
Special Education School
1 N Calbert Way - Suite B
Greencastle, IN 46135
(765) 653-2781
Greencastle, IN 46135
(765) 653-2781
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Greencastle, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in Greencastle, IN include Central Elementary School, Greencastle High School and South Putnam Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Greencastle?
10 public schools are located in Greencastle.
What percentage of students in Greencastle go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in Greencastle are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Greencastle?
Greencastle public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Which public schools in Greencastle are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Greencastle include: Martha J Ridpath Elementary School vs. Deer Meadow Primary School, Deer Meadow Primary School vs. Martha J Ridpath Elementary School, South Putnam High School vs. Greencastle High School
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