For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,999 students in Mount Vernon, IN (there are 2 private schools, serving 337 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in Mount Vernon, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public 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 schools have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in Mount Vernon have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in Mount Vernon, IN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Marrs Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | 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
Gr: K-5 | 297 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Farmersville Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4065 Hwy 69 S
Mount Vernon, IN 47620
(812) 838-6593
Mount Vernon, IN 47620
(812) 838-6593
Gr: PK-5 | 276 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #33.
West Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1105 W 4th St
Mount Vernon, IN 47620
(812) 833-2072
Mount Vernon, IN 47620
(812) 833-2072
Gr: PK-5 | 350 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #44.
Mount Vernon High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
700 Harriett St
Mount Vernon, IN 47620
(812) 838-4356
Mount Vernon, IN 47620
(812) 838-4356
Gr: 9-12 | 583 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #55.
Mount Vernon Jr High School
(Math: 41% | 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
Gr: 6-8 | 493 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Mount Vernon, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in Mount Vernon, IN include Marrs Elementary School, Farmersville Elementary School and West Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Mount Vernon?
5 public schools are located in Mount Vernon.
What percentage of students in Mount Vernon go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in Mount Vernon are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Mount Vernon?
Mount Vernon public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Which public schools in Mount Vernon are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public 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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