For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 734 students in Tell City, IN.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Tell City, IN is William Tell Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Tell City, IN public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in Tell City have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Indiana public elementary school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Tell City, IN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
William Tell Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1235 31st St
Tell City, IN 47586
(812) 547-9727
Tell City, IN 47586
(812) 547-9727
Gr: PK-6 | 734 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Tell City, IN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Tell City, IN include William Tell Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Tell City?
1 public elementary schools are located in Tell City.
What is the racial composition of students in Tell City?
Tell City public elementary schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Indiana public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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