For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 4,307 students in Pendleton, IN.
The top ranked public schools in Pendleton, IN are East Elementary School, Pendleton Elementary School and Pendleton Heights High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Pendleton, IN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Indiana public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in Pendleton have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 九游体育s in Pendleton, IN (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
East Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
893 E Us 36
Pendleton, IN 46064
(765) 779-4445
Pendleton, IN 46064
(765) 779-4445
Grades: K-6
| 671 students
Rank: #22.
Pendleton Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
327 S East St
Pendleton, IN 46064
(765) 778-2117
Pendleton, IN 46064
(765) 778-2117
Grades: PK-6
| 870 students
Rank: #33.
Pendleton Heights High School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
One Arabian Dr
Pendleton, IN 46064
(765) 778-2161
Pendleton, IN 46064
(765) 778-2161
Grades: 9-12
| 1,353 students
Rank: #44.
Maple Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
8537 S Cr 650 W
Pendleton, IN 46064
(765) 778-3818
Pendleton, IN 46064
(765) 778-3818
Grades: PK-6
| 716 students
Rank: #55.
Pendleton Heights Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
7450 S 300 W
Pendleton, IN 46064
(765) 778-2139
Pendleton, IN 46064
(765) 778-2139
Grades: 7-8
| 697 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Pendleton, IN?
The top ranked public schools in Pendleton, IN include East Elementary School, Pendleton Elementary School and Pendleton Heights High School.
How many public schools are located in Pendleton?
5 public schools are located in Pendleton.
What is the racial composition of students in Pendleton?
Pendleton public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Which public schools in Pendleton are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Pendleton include: Maple Ridge Elementary School vs. Pendleton Elementary School, Maple Ridge Elementary School vs. East Elementary School, Pendleton Elementary School vs. Maple Ridge Elementary School
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