Best Schools in Wabash, Indiana
13 schools · 6 Elementary · 1 Middle · 5 High · 1 Other
Choosing a school in Wabash?
Use this page to compare every school in Wabash 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.
Southwood Elementary School
Elementary · Msd Wabash County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Southwood Jr-sr High School
High · Msd Wabash County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Emmanuel Christian School
Other. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Wabash for 2026 are Southwood Elementary School (7.7/10), Southwood Jr-sr High School (6.6/10), and Emmanuel Christian School (6.5/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 11 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
13
10 public · 3 private
Avg Score
5.6
out of 10
Median Home
$141,800
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
13
10 public · 3 private
Avg Score
5.6
out of 10
Median Home
$141,800
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Rates 7.7/10 despite 49% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.7 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 Wabash schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Wabash
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (11 of 13). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Southwood Elementary School | 7.7 / 10 |
| 2 | Southwood Jr-sr High School | 6.6 / 10 |
| 3 | Emmanuel Christian School | 6.5 / 10 |
| 4 | Sharp Creek Elementary School | 6.4 / 10 |
| 5 | St Bernard Elementary School | 6.4 / 10 |
| 6 | Northfield Jr-sr High School | 6.1 / 10 |
| 7 | Wabash Middle School | 5.1 / 10 |
| 8 | Metro North Elementary School | 5.1 / 10 |
| 9 | Wabash High School | 4.7 / 10 |
| 10 | O J Neighbours Elementary School | 4.6 / 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
- 5.6/10
- Median household income
- $65,500
- Median home value
- $141,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 23%
- Avg commute
- 19 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 78%
8% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Wabash compares
Indiana rank
#173 of 218
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.7
below Indiana avg (6.3)
Median household income
$66k
91% of Indiana median
Schools in this city
12
About Schools in Wabash, Indiana
Wabash, Indiana offers parents 10 ranked public schools spread across the elementary, middle, and high school levels. The city averages 5.5 out of 10 across all ranked schools — a middle-of-the-road baseline that masks meaningful variation between the top performers and the rest of the field. Only 2 of the 10 schools, or 20%, score 7 or above, so the quality gap between the strongest and weakest options is real and worth factoring into neighborhood and enrollment decisions.
The elementary tier is where Wabash punches highest. Southwood Elementary School leads the city at 8.3 out of 10 — the top score among all ranked schools here and a clear standout against the city average. O J Neighbours Elementary follows at 7.1, giving parents two above-average elementary options to compare. Together, these two schools account for both of Wabash's 7+ performers, which means families with children in the younger grades have the strongest pool to choose from.
Performance drops at the secondary level. Wabash High School scores 5.8, Wabash Middle School scores 5.7, and Southwood Jr-Sr High School also lands at 5.7 — all clustered just above the city average with little separation between them. Parents moving from the strong elementary tier should plan for that transition and research extracurriculars, course offerings, and support resources at the middle and high school level beyond the ratings alone.
Practically, Wabash is a small city with a compact school footprint, which limits choice but also simplifies the comparison. The clearest signal here is the elementary advantage: if you have young children and can access Southwood Elementary's attendance zone, that school significantly outperforms the city norm. For families with older kids entering middle or high school, the scores are tighter and comparable — dig into specific programs rather than relying on ratings to differentiate. With 10 ranked schools and a 5.5 city average, Wabash sits in a workable but unexceptional range statewide, making school-level research more important than city-level reputation alone.
Elementary Schools
6 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 425 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.7 | ||
| 2 | 270 students · 3rd–6th | 6.4 | ||
| 3 | 291 students · Pre-K–2nd | 5.1 | ||
| 4 | 384 students · Pre-K–4th | 4.6 | ||
| 5 | 206 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | 3.9 | ||
| 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 | St Bernard Elementary School
Private
48 students · Kindergarten–6th | 6.4 | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 435 students · 5th–8th | 5.1 |
High Schools
5 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 457 students · 6th–12th | 6.6 | ||
| 2 | 437 students · 7th–12th | 6.1 | ||
| 3 | 492 students · 9th–12th | 4.7 | ||
| 4 | 421 students · 6th–12th | 3.8 | ||
| 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 | Compass Rose Academy
Private
23 students · 8th–12th | — | ||
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Emmanuel Christian School
Private
85 students · Pre-K–12th | 6.5 |
Schools in Wabash
Wabash, Indiana · 13 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$65,500
Median Home Value
$141,800
Median Rent
$697/mo
Population
16,475
College Educated
23%
Homeownership
78%
Avg Commute
19 min
Poverty Rate
12.4%
Community Profile
Wabash has a median household income of $65,500. It is a community where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $141,800, with a median rent of $697/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.4%. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 19 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Indiana
- Elementary
- 6
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 5
- Other
- 1
Resources
Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in Indiana
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Wabash, Indiana
How many schools are in Wabash, Indiana?
Wabash has 13 schools, including 10 public and 3 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Wabash, Indiana?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Wabash 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 Wabash, Indiana?
The top-ranked school in Wabash on MySchoolScout is Southwood Elementary School with a composite score of 7.7/10.
What is the best elementary school in Wabash, Indiana?
The top-ranked elementary school in Wabash on MySchoolScout is Southwood Elementary School with a composite score of 7.7/10.
What is the best middle school in Wabash, Indiana?
The top-ranked middle school in Wabash on MySchoolScout is Wabash Middle School with a composite score of 5.1/10.
What is the best high school in Wabash, Indiana?
The top-ranked high school in Wabash on MySchoolScout is Southwood Jr-sr High School with a composite score of 6.6/10.
How many school districts serve Wabash, Indiana?
Wabash is served by 2 school districts: Wabash City Schools, Msd Wabash County Schools.
What is the education level in Wabash, Indiana?
According to Census data, 23% of adults in Wabash have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Wabash, Indiana?
The median household income in Wabash is approximately $65,500 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Wabash, Indiana?
Yes, Wabash has 3 private schools alongside 10 public schools. The top-rated private school is Emmanuel Christian School with a score of 6.5/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Wabash, Indiana?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Wabash is 16.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Wabash, 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.