For the 2026 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 44% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in Pekin have an average ranking of 5/10, 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 (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
East Washington Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1020 N Eastern School Rd
Pekin, IN 47165
(812) 967-2929
Pekin, IN 47165
(812) 967-2929
Gr: PK-4 | 532 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Eastern High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1100 N Eastern School Rd E-3
Pekin, IN 47165
(812) 967-3931
Pekin, IN 47165
(812) 967-3931
Gr: 9-12 | 389 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #33.
East Washington Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1100 N Eastern School Rd E-5
Pekin, IN 47165
(812) 967-5000
Pekin, IN 47165
(812) 967-5000
Gr: 5-8 | 434 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
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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