Fayette County Schools & Education
Fayette County, Indiana
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataSchool Score
37/100
Percentile-style score
Score Band
Lower Signal
Graduation Rate
92.0%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
92.0%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 92.6%
Per-Pupil Spending
$5,603
National avg $13,239
State avg $5,507
School Score
37/100
Percentile-style score
State avg 39/100
State Score Position
#61
of 92 counties by score
Education Data Brief: Fayette County
Measured School Summary
Despite a lower school score of 37/100, Fayette County maintains a strong graduation rate of 92.0%, suggesting effective student support systems.
Funding Context
At $5,603 per pupil, Fayette County operates with limited funding, which may constrain staffing, materials, and extracurricular offerings.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 6% below the Indiana average, and its graduation rate trails the state average by 0.6 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 2% higher than the state norm.
School Data Brief
How to read Fayette County before comparing districts
County-level education data is best used as a screening layer. It summarizes the local school environment, then points you toward the district and school records that matter for local review.
Local context that changes the interpretation
8 public schools and 1 district are represented below. Use those school and district records to confirm whether the county-level context fits the neighborhoods you are actually considering.
Overall screen
37/100
Lower measured signal. Ranks #61 of 92 Indiana counties with school score data.
Completion
92.0%
0.6 pts below the state average
Funding context
$5,603
$96 above the state average
School coverage
8
1 district represented in the county school list.
Start with measured county context
The county-level signal is lower, so review individual schools and local records before interpreting the score. Compare the score, graduation rate, and spending together rather than treating any single metric as final.
Check the local school mix
Fayette County has 8 public schools across 1 district, so school-level fit can vary inside the county.
Verify local rules
Use this page as county-level context, then confirm attendance zones, transportation, special programs, and current school boundaries with local districts.
What Fayette County school data means before you move
County averages are useful for screening, but parents choose addresses, grade pathways, and district rules. This brief turns the public data into the checks that matter before you sign a lease or mortgage.
Small-system county
Fayette County has a compact public-school footprint. A single school change, boundary rule, or district update can move the lived experience more than the county score suggests.
State position
#61
of 92 Indiana counties with school score data. The county score is 2 points below the state average.
Data confidence
Usable
3 of 5 county signals are present, and 100% of listed schools report enrollment. Compare schools, then verify missing fields locally.
K-12 continuity check
These are the largest visible district slices in the county data. They show whether elementary, middle, and high school records appear together or whether a family needs to investigate transition points.
Fayette County School Corporation
Elementary to high school visible
3,253 students
8 listed schools in this county slice.
District reality check
Fayette County School Corporation is the largest listed district slice, with 8 schools. County pages do not prove address assignment, so verify boundaries with local district tools.
What the data cannot tell you
NCES records do not confirm current attendance zones, private-school options, transfer approvals, program capacity, transportation, or whether a listed school is available to a specific address.
Questions to ask before choosing an address
Which district actually serves the addresses we are considering in Fayette County?
Which attendance zones, transfer rules, and transportation policies apply inside the local district?
What changes at the elementary-to-middle and middle-to-high transitions in the district pathway we would likely use?
If we need a program not visible in the NCES flags, which district office can confirm current offerings?
Are the largest listed schools the ones our address can actually attend, or are they only county-level context?
Education Overview
About Schools in Fayette County, Indiana
This context is screened for neutral school-data wording and should be read alongside the current metrics on this page. It is not school advice.
Unified Education in Fayette County
Fayette County operates a streamlined system of eight public schools serving 3,253 students. These facilities include five elementary schools and two high schools, all managed by a single county-wide district.
Solid Graduation Rates and Efficient Funding
Fayette County maintains a 92% graduation rate, comfortably exceeding the national average of 87%. The county spends $5,603 per pupil, keeping investment slightly above the state average of $5,507.
The Fayette County School Corporation
The Fayette County School Corporation manages 100% of the public enrollment with its 3,253 students. There are currently no charter schools in the county, ensuring a unified traditional public school experience.
Town-Centered Schooling and Average Class Sizes
Six of the county's eight schools are located in town settings, creating a centralized feel for students. Connersville Senior High School is the largest facility with 966 students, while the county average is a manageable 465.
School Overview
Total Schools
8
in Fayette County
Reported Enrollment
3,253
8 schools reporting
School Districts
1
district
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
School Level Breakdown
1 School District in Fayette County
Fayette County School Corporation
8 Public Schools in Fayette County
Sorted by reported enrollment. Dedicated profile pages are available for 1 high-enrollment school; every NCES public school remains listed here.
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataLevel
Showing 8 of 8 matching schools
| School Name | Profile | District | Location | Grades | Type / Flags | Reported Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Connersville Sr High School | Profile | Fayette County School Corporation | Connersville, 47331Town: Distant | 9–12 | High | 966 |
| Grandview Elementary School | Record | Fayette County School Corporation | Connersville, 47331Town: Distant | PK–6 | Primary | 539 |
| Connersville Middle School | Record | Fayette County School Corporation | Connersville, 47331Town: Distant | 7–8 | Middle | 505 |
| Fayette Central Elementary | Record | Fayette County School Corporation | Connersville, 47331Rural: Fringe | KG–6 | Primary | 337 |
| Eastview Elementary School | Record | Fayette County School Corporation | Connersville, 47331Town: Distant | PK–6 | Primary | 327 |
| Frazee Elementary School | Record | Fayette County School Corporation | Connersville, 47331Town: Distant | PK–6 | Primary | 313 |
| Everton Elementary School | Record | Fayette County School Corporation | Connersville, 47331Rural: Distant | KG–6 | Primary | 266 |
| Whitewater Career Center | Record | Fayette County School Corporation | Connersville, 47331Town: Distant | 6–12 | Vocational | 0 |
Connersville Sr High School
Fayette County School Corporation
Connersville, 47331 / Town: Distant
Grandview Elementary School
Fayette County School Corporation
Connersville, 47331 / Town: Distant
Connersville Middle School
Fayette County School Corporation
Connersville, 47331 / Town: Distant
Fayette Central Elementary
Fayette County School Corporation
Connersville, 47331 / Rural: Fringe
Eastview Elementary School
Fayette County School Corporation
Connersville, 47331 / Town: Distant
Frazee Elementary School
Fayette County School Corporation
Connersville, 47331 / Town: Distant
Everton Elementary School
Fayette County School Corporation
Connersville, 47331 / Rural: Distant
Whitewater Career Center
Fayette County School Corporation
Connersville, 47331 / Town: Distant
Education Funding Detail
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$5,603
State avg $5,507
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Schools in Fayette County, Indiana — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Fayette County, Indiana?
Fayette County operates a streamlined system of eight public schools serving 3,253 students. These facilities include five elementary schools and two high schools, all managed by a single county-wide district.
How do schools in Fayette County perform academically?
Fayette County maintains a 92% graduation rate, comfortably exceeding the national average of 87%. The county spends $5,603 per pupil, keeping investment slightly above the state average of $5,507.
What are the major school districts in Fayette County, Indiana?
The Fayette County School Corporation manages 100% of the public enrollment with its 3,253 students. There are currently no charter schools in the county, ensuring a unified traditional public school experience.
What is the school experience like in Fayette County?
Six of the county's eight schools are located in town settings, creating a centralized feel for students. Connersville Senior High School is the largest facility with 966 students, while the county average is a manageable 465.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) Common Core of Data and School District Finance Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics based on available NCES graduation-rate and school-finance signals.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.