For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,235 students in Paoli, IN.
The top-ranked public schools in Paoli, IN are Throop Elementary School and Paoli Jr & Sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Paoli, IN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in Paoli have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in Paoli, IN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Throop Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
301 Elm St
Paoli, IN 47454
(812) 723-3537
Paoli, IN 47454
(812) 723-3537
Gr: PK-6 | 693 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Paoli Jr & Sr High School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
501 Elm St
Paoli, IN 47454
(812) 723-3905
Paoli, IN 47454
(812) 723-3905
Gr: 7-12 | 542 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Paoli, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in Paoli, IN include Throop Elementary School and Paoli Jr & Sr High School.
How many public schools are located in Paoli?
2 public schools are located in Paoli.
What is the racial composition of students in Paoli?
Paoli public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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