For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,127 students in Ossian, IN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Ossian, IN are Norwell Middle School and Ossian Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Ossian, IN public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in Ossian have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Indiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% 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 Ossian, IN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Norwell Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1100 E Us 224
Ossian, IN 46777
(260) 543-2218
Ossian, IN 46777
(260) 543-2218
Gr: 6-8 | 561 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Ossian Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
213 S Jefferson
Ossian, IN 46777
(260) 622-4179
Ossian, IN 46777
(260) 622-4179
Gr: PK-5 | 566 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Ossian, IN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Ossian, IN include Norwell Middle School and Ossian Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Ossian?
2 public elementary schools are located in Ossian.
What is the racial composition of students in Ossian?
Ossian public elementary schools minority enrollment is 9% 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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