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Best Schools in Fairland, Indiana

3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High

Public: 3
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 7.6/10
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Choosing a school in Fairland?

Use this page to compare every school in Fairland by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.

Shortlist starter

Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.

Triton Central High School

8.3/10

High · Northwestern Con School Corp. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Triton Central Elementary School

7.6/10

Elementary · Northwestern Con School Corp. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Triton Central Middle School

6.8/10

Middle · Northwestern Con School Corp. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

The short answer

The top-rated schools in Fairland for 2026 are Triton Central High School (8.3/10), Triton Central Elementary School (7.6/10), and Triton Central Middle School (6.8/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 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

3

in this city

Avg Score

7.6

out of 10

Median Home

$232,900

home value · ACS

District

1

serving the city

Top-Rated Schools in Fairland

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

# School Rating
1 Triton Central High School 8.3 / 10
2 Triton Central Elementary School 7.6 / 10
3 Triton Central Middle School 6.8 / 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
7.6/10

67% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$73,730

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$232,900

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
20%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
28 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
85%

Of occupied housing units

How Fairland compares

Indiana rank

#28 of 218

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+1.3

above Indiana avg (6.3)

Median household income

$74k

102% of Indiana median

Schools in this city

3

About Schools in Fairland, Indiana

Fairland, Indiana is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 7.6 out of 10, schools in Fairland perform strongly 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 Fairland is Triton Central High School with a composite score of 8.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Fairland is served by 1 school district: Northwestern Con School Corp. These districts collectively serve 1,414 students.

Fairland's community shows 20% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $73,730. The poverty rate in the area is 8.7%.

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.

Filter by ZIP: 46126 (3)

Elementary Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 510 students · Pre-K–4th 7.6

Middle Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 435 students · 5th–8th 6.8

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 469 students · 9th–12th 8.3

Schools in Fairland

Fairland, Indiana · 3 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$73,730

Median Home Value

$232,900

Median Rent

$908/mo

Population

3,976

College Educated

20%

Homeownership

85%

Avg Commute

28 min

Poverty Rate

8.7%

Community Profile

Fairland has a median household income of $73,730. It is a community where 20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $232,900, with a median rent of $908/month. The local poverty rate of 8.7% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Fairland, Indiana

How many schools are in Fairland, Indiana?

Fairland has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Fairland, Indiana?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Fairland is 7.6 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 Fairland, Indiana?

The top-ranked school in Fairland on MySchoolScout is Triton Central High School with a composite score of 8.3/10.

What is the best elementary school in Fairland, Indiana?

The top-ranked elementary school in Fairland on MySchoolScout is Triton Central Elementary School with a composite score of 7.6/10.

What is the best middle school in Fairland, Indiana?

The top-ranked middle school in Fairland on MySchoolScout is Triton Central Middle School with a composite score of 6.8/10.

What is the best high school in Fairland, Indiana?

The top-ranked high school in Fairland on MySchoolScout is Triton Central High School with a composite score of 8.3/10.

How many school districts serve Fairland, Indiana?

Fairland is served by 1 school district: Northwestern Con School Corp.

What is the education level in Fairland, Indiana?

According to Census data, 20% of adults in Fairland have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Fairland, Indiana?

The median household income in Fairland is approximately $73,730 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Fairland, Indiana?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Fairland is 15.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Fairland, 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.