For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,416 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 51% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 41%), 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 10% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public elementary school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Elementary 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 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 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 10% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public elementary schools average of 38% (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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