Best Schools in Kokomo, Indiana
26 schools · 14 Elementary · 6 Middle · 4 High · 2 Other
Choosing a school in Kokomo?
Use this page to compare every school in Kokomo by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Howard Elementary School
Elementary · Northwestern School Corp. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Boulevard Elementary School
Elementary · Kokomo School Corporation. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Northwestern Senior High School
High · Northwestern School Corp. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Kokomo for 2026 are Howard Elementary School (8.2/10), Boulevard Elementary School (7.1/10), and Northwestern Senior High School (6.5/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 18 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
26
19 public · 7 private
Avg Score
5.6
out of 10
Median Home
$143,050
home value · ACS
Districts
4
serving the city
Schools
26
19 public · 7 private
Avg Score
5.6
out of 10
Median Home
$143,050
home value · ACS
Districts
4
serving the city
Rates 8.2/10 despite 52% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 2.8 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 Kokomo schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +9.0 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Kokomo schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Kokomo
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (Top 10 of 18 rated schools; 26 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Howard Elementary School | 8.2 / 10 |
| 2 | Boulevard Elementary School | 7.1 / 10 |
| 3 | Northwestern Senior High School | 6.5 / 10 |
| 4 | Lafayette Park Elementary School | 6.3 / 10 |
| 5 | Northwestern Elementary School | 6.0 / 10 |
| 6 | Wallace Elementary School | 5.9 / 10 |
| 7 | Central Middle School | 5.8 / 10 |
| 8 | Northwestern Middle School | 5.6 / 10 |
| 9 | Maple Crest Middle School | 5.6 / 10 |
| 10 | Taylor Middle School | 5.5 / 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
- 5.6/10
- Median household income
- $60,295
- Median home value
- $143,050
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 19%
- Avg commute
- 20 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 70%
22% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Kokomo compares
Indiana rank
#181 of 220
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.8
below Indiana avg (6.4)
Median household income
$60k
84% of Indiana median
Schools in this city
23
Kokomo's public schools split across 4 districts
No single ISD owns Kokomo. The public campuses divide among 4 districts.
The largest shares: Kokomo School Corporation (11), Northwestern School Corp (4), Taylor Community School Corp (3).
Among 18 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 3.0 to 8.2 — the spread is inside Kokomo, not a citywide average.
- Kokomo School Corporation11 public · 58%
- Northwestern School Corp4 public · 21%
- Taylor Community School Corp3 public · 16%
- Excel Center - Kokomo1 public · 5%
About Schools in Kokomo, Indiana
Kokomo's public school system spans 19 ranked schools covering elementary through high school grades. The city's average score sits at 5.4 out of 10, with wide variation from building to building. Four schools — 21% of the ranked total — score at 7.0 or above. That concentration of strong performers at the top gives parents real options, but it also means school selection carries more weight here than in cities with a narrower performance range.
The highest score in the city belongs to Northwestern Senior High School at 7.7. Northwestern also places an elementary school in the top tier: Northwestern Elementary scores 7.5, making it an attractive option for families planning ahead for the secondary transition. Boulevard Elementary holds Kokomo's second-highest elementary score at 7.6, finishing just ahead of Northwestern Elementary. Kokomo High School rounds out the top four at 7.4 and offers a second strong high school option, particularly for families in the city's core. Howard Elementary, at 6.8, outpaces the city average by more than a full point and finishes just outside the top four.
The gap between the city's top performers and its 5.4 average spans nearly two full points — wide enough that building selection is the most consequential choice parents face here. District boundaries matter, but individual school scores should drive the comparison.
For families with elementary-age children, Boulevard and Northwestern Elementary are the two strongest options the data supports. Parents of high schoolers should start with Northwestern Senior High, then weigh Kokomo High School as a well-rated alternative. Howard Elementary is worth a close look for families outside the top-tier attendance zones. Kokomo's 19 ranked schools make for a manageable comparison set, and the performance data shows a clear top tier worth targeting.
Elementary Schools
14 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 289 students · Pre-K–6th | 8.2 |
| 2 | 372 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.1 |
| 3 | 680 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.3 |
| 4 | 665 students · Kindergarten–6th | 6.0 |
| 5 | 361 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.9 |
| 6 | 467 students · Pre-K–4th | 5.3 |
| 7 | 365 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.5 |
| 8 | 239 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.4 |
| 9 | 348 students · Pre-K–5th | 3.4 |
| 10 | 264 students · Pre-K–2nd | 2.7 |
Show all 14 elementary schools in Kokomo
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Middle Schools
6 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 432 students · 6th–8th | 5.8 | ||
| 2 | 294 students · 7th–8th | 5.6 | ||
| 3 | 419 students · 6th–8th | 5.6 | ||
| 4 | 372 students · 5th–8th | 5.5 | ||
| 5 | 208 students · 6th–8th | 3.1 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Millerview Amish SchoolPrivate 17 students · 1st–8th | Not Rated | ||
High Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 554 students · 9th–12th | 6.5 |
| 2 | 1,472 students · 9th–12th | 5.2 |
| 3 | 368 students · 9th–12th | 4.7 |
| 4 | 383 students · 9th–12th | 3.0 |
Other Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bethany Fellowship SchoolPrivate 67 students · Kindergarten–11th | Not Rated |
| 2 | Victory Christian AcademyPrivate 28 students · UG–UG | Not Rated |
Schools in Kokomo
Kokomo, Indiana · 26 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.
Schools by Level
- State
- Indiana
- Elementary
- 14
- Middle
- 6
- High
- 4
- Other
- 2
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Kokomo, Indiana
How many schools are in Kokomo, Indiana?
Kokomo has 26 schools, including 19 public and 7 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 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 Kokomo, Indiana?
The top-ranked school in Kokomo on MySchoolScout is Howard Elementary School with a composite score of 8.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Kokomo, Indiana?
The top-ranked elementary school in Kokomo on MySchoolScout is Howard Elementary School with a composite score of 8.2/10.
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 5.8/10.
What is the best high school in Kokomo, Indiana?
The top-ranked high school in Kokomo on MySchoolScout is Northwestern Senior High School with a composite score of 6.5/10.
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 7 private schools alongside 19 public schools. The top-rated private school is Sts. Joan of Arc & Patrick School with a score of 8.2/10.
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 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.