Best Schools in Cannelton, Indiana
1 schools · 1 Other
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Cannelton Elementary & High School
Other · Cannelton City Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
5.6
out of 10
Median Home
$140,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
5.6
out of 10
Median Home
$140,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Cannelton
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cannelton Elementary & High School | 5.6 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.6/10
- Median household income
- $52,969
- Median home value
- $140,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 12%
- Avg commute
- 23 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 72%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Cannelton compares
Median household income
$53k
74% of Indiana median
About Schools in Cannelton, Indiana
Cannelton, Indiana is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span .
With an average rating of 5.6 out of 10, schools in Cannelton show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Cannelton is Cannelton Elementary & High School with a composite score of 5.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Cannelton is served by 1 school district: Cannelton City Schools. These districts collectively serve 197 students.
Cannelton's community shows 12% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $52,969. The poverty rate in the area is 19.2%.
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.
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 197 students · Pre-K–12th | 5.6 |
Schools in Cannelton
Cannelton, Indiana · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$52,969
Median Home Value
$140,700
Median Rent
$729/mo
Population
2,768
College Educated
12%
Homeownership
72%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
19.2%
Community Profile
Cannelton has a median household income of $52,969. It is a community where 12% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $140,700, with a median rent of $729/month. The area has a poverty rate of 19.2%. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Indiana
- Other
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Cannelton, Indiana
How many schools are in Cannelton, Indiana?
Cannelton has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Cannelton, Indiana?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Cannelton is 5.6 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 Cannelton, Indiana?
The top-ranked school in Cannelton on MySchoolScout is Cannelton Elementary & High School with a composite score of 5.6/10.
How many school districts serve Cannelton, Indiana?
Cannelton is served by 1 school district: Cannelton City Schools.
What is the education level in Cannelton, Indiana?
According to Census data, 12% of adults in Cannelton have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Cannelton, Indiana?
The median household income in Cannelton is approximately $52,969 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Cannelton, Indiana?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Cannelton is 9.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Cannelton, 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.