For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,308 students in Berne, IN (there are , serving 195 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in Berne, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in Berne, IN are South Adams Middle School, South Adams High School and South Adams Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Berne, IN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Indiana public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in Berne have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in Berne, IN (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
South Adams Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1212 Starfire Way
Berne, IN 46711
(260) 589-1102
Berne, IN 46711
(260) 589-1102
Grades: 6-8
| 296 students
Rank: #22.
South Adams High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1000 Parkway St
Berne, IN 46711
(260) 589-3131
Berne, IN 46711
(260) 589-3131
Grades: 9-12
| 365 students
Rank: #33.
South Adams Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1012 Starfire Way
Berne, IN 46711
(260) 589-1101
Berne, IN 46711
(260) 589-1101
Grades: PK-5
| 647 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Berne, IN?
The top ranked public schools in Berne, IN include South Adams Middle School, South Adams High School and South Adams Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Berne?
3 public schools are located in Berne.
What percentage of students in Berne go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in Berne are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Berne?
Berne public schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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