Best Schools in Brownsburg, Indiana
13 schools · 8 Elementary · 2 Middle · 1 High · 2 Other
Choosing a school in Brownsburg?
Use this page to compare every school in Brownsburg by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Delaware Trail Elementary School
Elementary · Brownsburg Community School Corp. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Brownsburg West Middle School
Middle · Brownsburg Community School Corp. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Brown Elementary School
Elementary · Brownsburg Community School Corp. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Brownsburg for 2026 are Delaware Trail Elementary School (9.0/10), Brownsburg West Middle School (8.8/10), and Brown Elementary School (8.2/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 10 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
13
11 public · 2 private
Avg Score
7.2
out of 10
Median Home
$295,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
13
11 public · 2 private
Avg Score
7.2
out of 10
Median Home
$295,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Rates 9.0/10 despite 33% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.6 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Brownsburg schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +3.7 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Brownsburg schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Brownsburg
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (10 rated schools; 13 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Delaware Trail Elementary School | 9.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Brownsburg West Middle School | 8.8 / 10 |
| 3 | Brown Elementary School | 8.2 / 10 |
| 4 | Lincoln Elementary School | 8.0 / 10 |
| 5 | Brownsburg East Middle School | 7.1 / 10 |
| 6 | Cardinal Elementary School | 6.9 / 10 |
| 7 | Eagle Elementary School | 6.8 / 10 |
| 8 | Brownsburg High School | 6.7 / 10 |
| 9 | White Lick Elementary School | 6.7 / 10 |
| 10 | Reagan Elementary School | 6.4 / 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
- 7.2/10
- Median household income
- $113,293
- Median home value
- $295,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 48%
- Avg commute
- 25 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 81%
38% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Brownsburg compares
Indiana rank
#29 of 220
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.8
above Indiana avg (6.4)
Median household income
$113k
157% of Indiana median
Schools in this city
13
Brownsburg Community School Corp runs Brownsburg's public schools
11 public schools. Brownsburg Community School Corp is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Brownsburg is a Brownsburg Community School Corp school (11 of 11).
Among 10 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 6.4 to 9.0 — the spread is inside Brownsburg, not a citywide average.
About Schools in Brownsburg, Indiana
Brownsburg, Indiana runs a compact, high-performing public school system. The district fields 11 ranked public schools with an average score of 7.6 out of 10 — a strong baseline by any measure. Seven of those 11 schools, 64%, score 7 or above, meaning quality options are the rule rather than the exception. Few suburban districts outside major metros match that level of consistency across the full portfolio.
The elementary tier is where Brownsburg separates itself. Brown Elementary scores 9.1 out of 10, the top mark in the city, followed immediately by Delaware Trail Elementary at 9.0. Both sit well above the city average. Eagle Elementary (8.0) and White Lick Elementary (7.9) extend that depth across the K–5 level, giving families with younger children multiple strong buildings to consider rather than a single standout they need to engineer their way into.
The middle school picture holds up equally well. Brownsburg West Middle scores 8.8 out of 10, ranking among the top performers citywide and sitting well above the system average. That score indicates the district maintains academic momentum through the critical transition years, not just at the elementary level where scores tend to run highest.
For parents comparing Brownsburg to other suburban Indiana communities, the consistency of scores stands out more than any single number. A 7.6 average backed by 64% of schools at 7 or above is not typical — many comparable cities carry a wider spread between their top and bottom schools. Brownsburg's floor is high. Parents should still confirm their enrollment boundary and review specific school data before choosing a neighborhood, but the odds of landing in a strong school here are meaningfully better than in most markets of similar size.
Elementary Schools
8 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 499 students · Kindergarten–5th | 9.0 | ||
| 2 | 590 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.2 | ||
| 3 | 559 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.0 | ||
| 4 | 590 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.9 | ||
| 5 | 551 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.8 | ||
| 6 | 495 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.7 | ||
| 7 | 549 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.4 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | St Malachy Parish SchoolPrivate 435 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,253 students · 6th–8th | 8.8 |
| 2 | 1,171 students · 6th–8th | 7.1 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3,318 students · 9th–12th | 6.7 |
Other Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 249 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 5.9 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Bethesda Christian SchoolsPrivate 529 students · Pre-K–12th | Not Rated | ||
Schools in Brownsburg
Brownsburg, Indiana · 13 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$113,293
Median Home Value
$295,900
Median Rent
$1,394/mo
Population
42,491
College Educated
48%
Homeownership
81%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
5.2%
Community Profile
Brownsburg has a median household income of $113,293. It is a well-educated community where 48% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $295,900, with a median rent of $1,394/month. The local poverty rate of 5.2% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Indiana
- Elementary
- 8
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 1
- Other
- 2
Resources
School District
Other Major Cities in Indiana
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Brownsburg, Indiana
How many schools are in Brownsburg, Indiana?
Brownsburg has 13 schools, including 11 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Brownsburg, Indiana?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Brownsburg is 7.2 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 Brownsburg, Indiana?
The top-ranked school in Brownsburg on MySchoolScout is Delaware Trail Elementary School with a composite score of 9.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Brownsburg, Indiana?
The top-ranked elementary school in Brownsburg on MySchoolScout is Delaware Trail Elementary School with a composite score of 9.0/10.
What is the best middle school in Brownsburg, Indiana?
The top-ranked middle school in Brownsburg on MySchoolScout is Brownsburg West Middle School with a composite score of 8.8/10.
What is the best high school in Brownsburg, Indiana?
The top-ranked high school in Brownsburg on MySchoolScout is Brownsburg High School with a composite score of 6.7/10.
How many school districts serve Brownsburg, Indiana?
Brownsburg is served by 1 school district: Brownsburg Community School Corp.
What is the education level in Brownsburg, Indiana?
According to Census data, 48% of adults in Brownsburg have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Brownsburg, Indiana?
The median household income in Brownsburg is approximately $113,293 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Brownsburg, Indiana?
Yes, Brownsburg has 2 private schools alongside 11 public schools. The top-rated private school is Bethesda Christian Schools with a score of 6.6/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Brownsburg, Indiana?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Brownsburg is 17.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Brownsburg, 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.