For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,355 students in Pekin, IN.
The top ranked public schools in Pekin, IN are East Washington Elementary School, Eastern High School and East Washington Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Pekin, IN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Indiana public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in Pekin 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 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in Pekin, IN (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
East Washington Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1020 N Eastern School Rd
Pekin, IN 47165
(812) 967-2929
Pekin, IN 47165
(812) 967-2929
Grades: PK-4
| 532 students
Rank: #22.
Eastern High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1100 N Eastern School Rd E-3
Pekin, IN 47165
(812) 967-3931
Pekin, IN 47165
(812) 967-3931
Grades: 9-12
| 389 students
Rank: #33.
East Washington Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1100 N Eastern School Rd E-5
Pekin, IN 47165
(812) 967-5000
Pekin, IN 47165
(812) 967-5000
Grades: 5-8
| 434 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Pekin, IN?
The top ranked public schools in Pekin, IN include East Washington Elementary School, Eastern High School and East Washington Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Pekin?
3 public schools are located in Pekin.
What is the racial composition of students in Pekin?
Pekin public schools minority enrollment is 6% 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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