Best Schools in Bourbon, Indiana
4 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Bourbon by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Triton Elementary School
Elementary · Triton School Corporation. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Triton JR-SR High School
High · Triton School Corporation. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Schools
4
2 public · 2 private
Avg Score
6.3
out of 10
Median Home
$169,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
4
2 public · 2 private
Avg Score
6.3
out of 10
Median Home
$169,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +0.8 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Bourbon schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Bourbon
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 rated schools; 4 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Triton Elementary School | 7.6 / 10 |
| 2 | Triton JR-SR High School | 5.6 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.3/10
- Median household income
- $83,712
- Median home value
- $169,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 16%
- Avg commute
- 23 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 85%
33% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Bourbon compares
Indiana rank
#124 of 220
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.1
below Indiana avg (6.4)
Median household income
$84k
116% of Indiana median
Schools in this city
3
Triton School Corporation runs Bourbon's public schools
2 public schools. Triton School Corporation is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Bourbon is a Triton School Corporation school (2 of 2).
Among 2 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 5.6 to 7.6 — the spread is inside Bourbon, not a citywide average.
About Schools in Bourbon, Indiana
Bourbon, Indiana is home to 4 schools, including 2 public schools and 2 private schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.3 out of 10, schools in Bourbon show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Bourbon is Triton Elementary School with a composite score of 7.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Bourbon is served by 1 school district: Triton School Corporation. These districts collectively serve 954 students.
Bourbon's community shows 16% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $83,712. The poverty rate in the area is 9.6%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 520 students · Pre-K–6th | 7.6 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Creekside SchoolPrivate 28 students · 1st–8th | Not Rated |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 434 students · 7th–12th | 5.6 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bourbon Christian SchoolPrivate 45 students · 1st–11th | Not Rated |
Schools in Bourbon
Bourbon, Indiana · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$83,712
Median Home Value
$169,800
Median Rent
$861/mo
Population
3,391
College Educated
16%
Homeownership
85%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
9.6%
Community Profile
Bourbon has a median household income of $83,712. It is a community where 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $169,800, with a median rent of $861/month. The local poverty rate of 9.6% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Indiana
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
- Other
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Bourbon, Indiana
How many schools are in Bourbon, Indiana?
Bourbon has 4 schools, including 2 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Bourbon, Indiana?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Bourbon is 6.3 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Bourbon, Indiana?
The top-ranked school in Bourbon on MySchoolScout is Triton Elementary School with a composite score of 7.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Bourbon, Indiana?
The top-ranked elementary school in Bourbon on MySchoolScout is Triton Elementary School with a composite score of 7.6/10.
What is the best high school in Bourbon, Indiana?
The top-ranked high school in Bourbon on MySchoolScout is Triton JR-SR High School with a composite score of 5.6/10.
How many school districts serve Bourbon, Indiana?
Bourbon is served by 1 school district: Triton School Corporation.
What is the education level in Bourbon, Indiana?
According to Census data, 16% of adults in Bourbon have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Bourbon, Indiana?
The median household income in Bourbon is approximately $83,712 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Bourbon, Indiana?
Yes, Bourbon has 2 private schools alongside 2 public schools. The top-rated private school is Bourbon Christian School with a score of 5.7/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Bourbon, Indiana?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Bourbon is 13.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Bourbon, Indiana?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Indiana Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.