For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 286 students in Carlisle, IN.
The top-ranked public schools in Carlisle, IN are Carlisle Elementary School and Carlisle Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Carlisle, IN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in Carlisle have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in Carlisle, IN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Carlisle Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
204 W Eaton St
Carlisle, IN 47838
(812) 398-3851
Carlisle, IN 47838
(812) 398-3851
Gr: PK-5 | 203 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Carlisle Middle School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
204 W Eaton St.
Carlisle, IN 47838
(812) 398-3851
Carlisle, IN 47838
(812) 398-3851
Gr: 6-8 | 83 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Carlisle, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
6908 South Old Hwy Us 41
Carlisle, IN 47838
(812) 398-5050
Carlisle, IN 47838
(812) 398-5050
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Carlisle, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in Carlisle, IN include Carlisle Elementary School and Carlisle Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Carlisle?
2 public schools are located in Carlisle.
What is the racial composition of students in Carlisle?
Carlisle public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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