3.5 avg / 10

Best Schools in Mays, Indiana

1 schools · 1 Elementary

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 1

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 3.5/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 3.5/10
Median household income: $43,321
Bachelor's degree or higher: 0%
Owner-occupied homes: 30%

How Mays compares

Median household income

$43k

60% of Indiana median

About Schools in Mays, Indiana

Mays, Indiana is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.

With an average rating of 3.5 out of 10, schools in Mays face significant challenges on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Mays is Mays Community Academy with a composite score of 3.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Mays is served by 1 school district: Mays Community Academy. These districts collectively serve 117 students.

Mays's community shows 0% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $43,321. The poverty rate in the area is 0.0%.

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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Elementary Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Mays Community Academy 117 students · Pre-K–8th	117	Pre-K–8th	3.5

Schools in Mays

Mays, Indiana · 1 school

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$43,321

Population

College Educated

Homeownership

30%

Poverty Rate

0.0%

Community Profile

Mays has a median household income of $43,321. It is a community where 0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The local poverty rate of 0.0% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Indiana
Total Schools: 1
Elementary: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 3.5/10

Resources

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School District

Mays Community Academy

1 school · 117 students

Nearby Cities

Knightstown (4 schools)

6 mi

Straughn (2 schools)

8 mi

Rushville (4 schools)

8 mi

Arlington (1 school)

10 mi

New Castle (11 schools)

13 mi

Charlottesville (3 schools)

11 mi

Milroy (2 schools)

17 mi

Cambridge City (2 schools)

15 mi

Morristown (2 schools)

15 mi

Middletown (3 schools)

19 mi

Connersville (10 schools)

17 mi

Hagerstown (2 schools)

Greenfield (10 schools)

20 mi

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 Mays, Indiana

How many schools are in Mays, Indiana?

Mays has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Mays, Indiana?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Mays is 3.5 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

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

The top-ranked school in Mays on MySchoolScout is Mays Community Academy with a composite score of 3.5/10.

What is the best elementary school in Mays, Indiana?

The top-ranked elementary school in Mays on MySchoolScout is Mays Community Academy with a composite score of 3.5/10.

How many school districts serve Mays, Indiana?

Mays is served by 1 school district: Mays Community Academy.

What is the education level in Mays, Indiana?

According to Census data, 0% of adults in Mays have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Mays, Indiana?

The median household income in Mays is approximately $43,321 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Mays is 23.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Mays, 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.