For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 1,450 students in Martin County, IN.
The top-ranked public schools in Martin County, IN are Loogootee Elementary School, Loogootee High School and Loogootee Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Martin County, IN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in Martin County have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% 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 Martin County (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Loogootee Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
101 Costello Dr
Loogootee, IN 47553
(812) 295-2833
Loogootee, IN 47553
(812) 295-2833
Gr: K-4 | 310 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Loogootee High School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
201 Brooks Ave
Loogootee, IN 47553
(812) 295-3254
Loogootee, IN 47553
(812) 295-3254
Gr: 9-12 | 229 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #33.
Loogootee Middle School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
201 Brooks Ave
Loogootee, IN 47553
(812) 295-2409
Loogootee, IN 47553
(812) 295-2409
Gr: 5-8 | 223 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #44.
Shoals Community High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
7900 Us Hwy 50
Shoals, IN 47581
(812) 247-2090
Shoals, IN 47581
(812) 247-2090
Gr: 9-12 | 201 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #55.
Shoals Community Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
11749 Ironton Rd
Shoals, IN 47581
(812) 247-2085
Shoals, IN 47581
(812) 247-2085
Gr: PK-5 | 276 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: #66.
Shoals Middle School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
11741 Ironton Rd
Shoals, IN 47581
(812) 247-2060
Shoals, IN 47581
(812) 247-2060
Gr: 6-8 | 126 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Martin County, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in Martin County, IN include Loogootee Elementary School, Loogootee High School and Loogootee Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Martin County?
6 public schools are located in Martin County.
What is the racial composition of students in Martin County?
Martin County public schools minority enrollment is 5% 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 Martin County are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Martin County include: Shoals Community High School vs. Loogootee High School, Loogootee High School vs. Shoals Community High School
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