Best Syracuse Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,110 students in Syracuse, IN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Syracuse, IN are Syracuse Elementary School and Wawasee Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Syracuse, IN public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in Syracuse have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public elementary school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best Public Elementary Schools in Syracuse, IN (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Syracuse Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
12799 N Kern Road
Syracuse, IN 46567
(574) 457-4484
Gr: K-5 | 502 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Wawasee Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
9850 N Sr 13
Syracuse, IN 46567
(574) 457-8839
Gr: 6-8 | 608 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 15%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Syracuse, IN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Syracuse, IN include Syracuse Elementary School and Wawasee Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Syracuse?
2 public elementary schools are located in Syracuse.
What is the racial composition of students in Syracuse?
Syracuse public elementary schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).

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