6.1 avg / 10

Best Schools in Kokomo, Indiana

25 schools · 14 Elementary · 6 Middle · 4 High · 1 Other

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 19

Private: 6

Districts: 4

Avg Rating: 6.1/10

Estimated Scores: 14%

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 6.1/10
Median household income: $60,295
Median home value: $143,050
Bachelor's degree or higher: 19%
Avg commute: 20 min
Owner-occupied homes: 70%

How Kokomo compares

Indiana rank

#139 of 218

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-0.2

below Indiana avg (6.3)

Median household income

$60k

84% of Indiana median

Schools in this city

22

About Schools in Kokomo, Indiana

Kokomo, Indiana is home to 25 schools, including 19 public schools and 6 private schools. The city's schools span 14 elementary schools, 6 middle schools, and 4 high schools.

With an average rating of 6.1 out of 10, schools in Kokomo show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Kokomo is Kokomo High School with a composite score of 8.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Kokomo is served by 4 school districts. These districts collectively serve 8,785 students.

Kokomo's community shows 19% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $60,295. The poverty rate in the area is 13.3%.

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.

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Filter by Rating: All Ratings (25) Academics (25) Growth (19) Diversity (19) Resources (19)

Filter by ZIP: 46901 (16) 46902 (8)

Elementary Schools

14 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Boulevard Elementary School 372 students · Pre-K–5th	372	Pre-K–5th	8.1
2	Northwestern Elementary School 665 students · Kindergarten–6th	665	Kindergarten–6th	7.3
3	Elwood Haynes Elementary School 365 students · Pre-K–5th	365	Pre-K–5th	6.7
4	Howard Elementary School 289 students · Pre-K–6th	289	Pre-K–6th	6.5
5	Pettit Park School 239 students · Pre-K–5th	239	Pre-K–5th	6.1
6	Lafayette Park Elementary School 680 students · Pre-K–5th	680	Pre-K–5th	5.8
7	Taylor Elementary School 467 students · Pre-K–4th	467	Pre-K–4th	5.5
8	Wallace Elementary School 361 students · Kindergarten–5th	361	Kindergarten–5th	4.9
9	Bon Air Elementary School 264 students · Pre-K–2nd	264	Pre-K–2nd	4.5
10	Sycamore Elementary School 348 students · Pre-K–5th	348	Pre-K–5th	4.0
Private Schools 4 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	REDEEMER LUTHERAN SCHOOL Private 117 students · Pre-K–8th	117	Pre-K–8th	Not Rated
2	ACACIA ACADEMY Private 65 students · Kindergarten–8th	65	Kindergarten–8th	Not Rated
3	FD REESE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Private 2 students · Pre-K–2nd	2	Pre-K–2nd	Not Rated
4	THE CHILDREN'S CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Private 10 students · Pre-K–1st	10	Pre-K–1st	Not Rated

Middle Schools

6 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Central Middle School 432 students · 6th–8th	432	6th–8th	7.1
2	Maple Crest Middle School 419 students · 6th–8th	419	6th–8th	6.6
3	Northwestern Middle School 294 students · 7th–8th	294	7th–8th	6.1
4	Taylor Middle School 372 students · 5th–8th	372	5th–8th	5.8
5	Bon Air Middle School 208 students · 6th–8th	208	6th–8th	5.2
Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	MILLERVIEW AMISH SCHOOL Private 6 students · 2nd–8th	6	2nd–8th	Not Rated

High Schools

4 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Kokomo High School 1,472 students · 9th–12th	1,472	9th–12th	8.4
2	Northwestern Senior High School 554 students · 9th–12th	554	9th–12th	7.4
3	Excel Center - Kokomo 383 students · 9th–12th	383	9th–12th	3.4
4	Taylor High School 368 students · 9th–12th	368	9th–12th	3.4

Other Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	BETHANY FELLOWSHIP SCHOOL Private 52 students · 1st–12th	52	1st–12th	Not Rated

Schools in Kokomo

Kokomo, Indiana · 25 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes

Median Income

$60,295

Median Home Value

$143,050

Median Rent

$899/mo

Population

74,894

College Educated

19%

Homeownership

70%

Avg Commute

20 min

Poverty Rate

13.3%

Community Profile

Kokomo has a median household income of $60,295. It is a community where 19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $143,050, with a median rent of $899/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.3%. The average commute for residents is 20 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Indiana
Total Schools: 25
Elementary: 14
Middle: 6
High: 4
Districts: 4
Avg Rating: 6.1/10

Resources

🔍 Google "Kokomo schools" 🏫 GreatSchools Kokomo 📊 Niche Kokomo Rankings 📍 Google Maps: Schools

School Districts (4)

Excel Center - Kokomo

1 school · 383 students

Northwestern School Corp

4 schools · 1,802 students

Kokomo School Corporation

14 schools · 5,393 students

Taylor Community School Corp

3 schools · 1,207 students

Nearby Cities

Russiaville (4 schools)

7 mi

Sharpsville (2 schools)

9 mi

Greentown (3 schools)

8 mi

Bunker Hill (3 schools)

Michigantown (2 schools)

Logansport (8 schools)

Other Major Cities in Indiana

Top metros statewide by school count.

Indianapolis 298 schools Fort Wayne 103 schools South Bend 58 schools Evansville 54 schools Elkhart 38 schools

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Kokomo, Indiana

How many schools are in Kokomo, Indiana?

Kokomo has 25 schools, including 19 public and 6 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Kokomo, Indiana?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Kokomo is 6.1 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Kokomo, Indiana?

The top-ranked school in Kokomo on MySchoolScout is Kokomo High School with a composite score of 8.4/10.

What is the best elementary school in Kokomo, Indiana?

The top-ranked elementary school in Kokomo on MySchoolScout is Boulevard Elementary School with a composite score of 8.1/10.

What is the best middle school in Kokomo, Indiana?

The top-ranked middle school in Kokomo on MySchoolScout is Central Middle School with a composite score of 7.1/10.

What is the best high school in Kokomo, Indiana?

The top-ranked high school in Kokomo on MySchoolScout is Kokomo High School with a composite score of 8.4/10.

How many school districts serve Kokomo, Indiana?

Kokomo is served by 4 school districts: Excel Center - Kokomo, Northwestern School Corp, Kokomo School Corporation, Taylor Community School Corp.

What is the education level in Kokomo, Indiana?

According to Census data, 19% of adults in Kokomo have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Kokomo, Indiana?

The median household income in Kokomo is approximately $60,295 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Kokomo, Indiana?

Yes, Kokomo has 6 private schools alongside 19 public schools. The top-rated private school is Redeemer Lutheran School with a score of 7.5/10.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Kokomo is 13.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Kokomo, 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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.