Best Schools in Vincennes, Indiana
11 schools · 6 Elementary · 1 Middle · 4 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Vincennes by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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James Whitcomb Riley Elem Sch
Elementary · Vincennes Community School Corp. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Tecumseh-Harrison Elementary Sch
Elementary · Vincennes Community School Corp. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
South Knox Elementary School
Elementary · South Knox School Corp. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Vincennes for 2026 are James Whitcomb Riley Elem Sch (8.3/10), Tecumseh-Harrison Elementary Sch (6.9/10), and South Knox Elementary School (5.9/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 9 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
11
9 public · 2 private
Avg Score
6.0
out of 10
Median Home
$140,800
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
11
9 public · 2 private
Avg Score
6.0
out of 10
Median Home
$140,800
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Rates 8.3/10 despite 66% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 2.5 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 Vincennes schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +11.6 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Vincennes schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Vincennes
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (9 rated schools; 11 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | James Whitcomb Riley Elem Sch | 8.3 / 10 |
| 2 | Tecumseh-Harrison Elementary Sch | 6.9 / 10 |
| 3 | South Knox Elementary School | 5.9 / 10 |
| 4 | Benjamin Franklin Elementary Sch | 5.5 / 10 |
| 5 | Lincoln High School | 5.5 / 10 |
| 6 | Francis Vigo Elementary School | 5.4 / 10 |
| 7 | George Rogers Clark School | 5.1 / 10 |
| 8 | South Knox Middle-High School | 4.8 / 10 |
| 9 | Washington Learning Academy | 3.6 / 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
- 6.0/10
- Median household income
- $57,862
- Median home value
- $140,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 20%
- Avg commute
- 18 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 62%
27% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Vincennes compares
Indiana rank
#147 of 220
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.4
below Indiana avg (6.4)
Median household income
$58k
80% of Indiana median
Schools in this city
11
Vincennes Community School Corp runs 78% of Vincennes's public schools
Vincennes touches 2 districts, but Vincennes Community School Corp is the one most addresses actually attend.
Vincennes Community School Corp accounts for 7 of 9 public schools (78%). The other 1 district holds the remaining 2.
Among 9 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 3.6 to 8.3 — the spread is inside Vincennes, not a citywide average.
- Vincennes Community School Corp7 public · 78%
- South Knox School Corp2 public · 22%
About Schools in Vincennes, Indiana
Vincennes, Indiana is home to 11 schools, including 9 public schools and 2 private schools. The city's schools span 6 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 4 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.0 out of 10, schools in Vincennes show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Vincennes is James Whitcomb Riley Elem Sch with a composite score of 8.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Vincennes is served by 2 school districts: South Knox School Corp, Vincennes Community School Corp. These districts collectively serve 3,867 students.
Vincennes's community shows 20% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $57,862. The poverty rate in the area is 13.7%.
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.
Elementary Schools
6 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 161 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.3 | ||
| 2 | 394 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.9 | ||
| 3 | 663 students · Kindergarten–6th | 5.9 | ||
| 4 | 391 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.5 | ||
| 5 | 286 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.4 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | 157 students · Pre-K–5th | Not Rated | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 582 students · 6th–8th | 5.1 |
High Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 711 students · 9th–12th | 5.5 | ||
| 2 | 580 students · 7th–12th | 4.8 | ||
| 3 | 99 students · 6th–12th | 3.6 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | 155 students · 6th–12th | Not Rated | ||
Schools in Vincennes
Vincennes, Indiana · 11 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$57,862
Median Home Value
$140,800
Median Rent
$794/mo
Population
25,191
College Educated
20%
Homeownership
62%
Avg Commute
18 min
Poverty Rate
13.7%
Community Profile
Vincennes has a median household income of $57,862. It is a community where 20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $140,800, with a median rent of $794/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.7%. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 18 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Indiana
- Elementary
- 6
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 4
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Vincennes, Indiana
How many schools are in Vincennes, Indiana?
Vincennes has 11 schools, including 9 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Vincennes, Indiana?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Vincennes is 6.0 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 Vincennes, Indiana?
The top-ranked school in Vincennes on MySchoolScout is James Whitcomb Riley Elem Sch with a composite score of 8.3/10.
What is the best elementary school in Vincennes, Indiana?
The top-ranked elementary school in Vincennes on MySchoolScout is James Whitcomb Riley Elem Sch with a composite score of 8.3/10.
What is the best middle school in Vincennes, Indiana?
The top-ranked middle school in Vincennes on MySchoolScout is George Rogers Clark School with a composite score of 5.1/10.
What is the best high school in Vincennes, Indiana?
The top-ranked high school in Vincennes on MySchoolScout is Lincoln High School with a composite score of 5.5/10.
How many school districts serve Vincennes, Indiana?
Vincennes is served by 2 school districts: South Knox School Corp, Vincennes Community School Corp.
What is the education level in Vincennes, Indiana?
According to Census data, 20% of adults in Vincennes have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Vincennes, Indiana?
The median household income in Vincennes is approximately $57,862 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Vincennes, Indiana?
Yes, Vincennes has 2 private schools alongside 9 public schools. The top-rated private school is Flaget Elementary School/diocese with a score of 7.7/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Vincennes, Indiana?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Vincennes is 14.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Vincennes, 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.