Steuben County Schools & Education
Steuben County, Indiana
NCES + U.S. Census BureauSchool Score
29/100
Higher = better
Rating
Below Average
Graduation Rate
89.0%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
89.0%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 92.6%
Per-Pupil Spending
$5,997
National avg $13,239
State avg $5,507
School Score
29/100
Higher = better
State avg 39/100
Student-Teacher Ratio
N/A
National avg 15.8 : 1
Free Lunch (Median)
N/A
National median 48.2%
State School Rank
#77
of 92 counties (1 = best)
Education Advisory: Steuben County
School Verdict
Steuben County faces educational challenges with a school score of 29/100 and a graduation rate of 89.0%, falling below typical benchmarks.
Funding Context
At $5,997 per pupil, Steuben County operates with limited funding, which may constrain staffing, materials, and extracurricular offerings.
Attainment Context
Educational attainment data for Steuben County is not available.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 25% below the Indiana average, and its graduation rate trails the state average by 3.6 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 9% higher than the state norm.
Education Overview
About Schools in Steuben County, Indiana
Compact School Districts Serving Steuben
Steuben County manages two districts with a total of nine public schools serving 3,592 students. The landscape features five elementary schools, two middle schools, and two high schools.
High Investment for Growing Scholars
The county spends $5,997 per pupil, which is significantly higher than the state average of $5,507. While the graduation rate of 89.0% exceeds the national average of 87%, it currently trails the Indiana average of 92.6%.
MSD Steuben and Fremont Community Schools
MSD Steuben County is the larger of the two districts, educating 2,607 students across six campuses. Fremont Community Schools serves the remaining 985 students, and there are currently no charter schools in the county.
Predominantly Rural Learning Environments
Eight of the county's nine schools are in rural settings, offering students a quiet and focused environment. Angola High School is the largest institution with 785 students, while the average school size across the county sits at 399.
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School Overview
Total Schools
9
in Steuben County
Total Enrollment
3,592
students
School Districts
2
districts
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
Student-Teacher Ratio
—
county average
Free Lunch (Median)
—
of students countywide
School Type Breakdown
2 School Districts in Steuben County
MSD Steuben County
Fremont Community Schools
9 Public Schools in Steuben County
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Angola High School | MSD Steuben County | 9–12 | High | 785 |
| Angola Middle School | MSD Steuben County | 6–8 | Middle | 557 |
| Ryan Park Elementary School | MSD Steuben County | KG–5 | Primary | 398 |
| Fremont Elementary School | Fremont Community Schools | KG–4 | Primary | 395 |
| Carlin Park Elementary School | MSD Steuben County | PK–5 | Primary | 375 |
| Hendry Park Elementary School | MSD Steuben County | KG–5 | Primary | 365 |
| Fremont Middle School | Fremont Community Schools | 5–8 | Middle | 298 |
| Fremont High School | Fremont Community Schools | 9–12 | High | 292 |
| Pleasant Lake Elementary School | MSD Steuben County | KG–5 | Primary | 127 |
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$5,997
State avg $5,507
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in Steuben County, Indiana — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Steuben County, Indiana?
Steuben County manages two districts with a total of nine public schools serving 3,592 students. The landscape features five elementary schools, two middle schools, and two high schools.
How do schools in Steuben County perform academically?
The county spends $5,997 per pupil, which is significantly higher than the state average of $5,507. While the graduation rate of 89.0% exceeds the national average of 87%, it currently trails the Indiana average of 92.6%.
What are the major school districts in Steuben County, Indiana?
MSD Steuben County is the larger of the two districts, educating 2,607 students across six campuses. Fremont Community Schools serves the remaining 985 students, and there are currently no charter schools in the county.
What is the school experience like in Steuben County?
Eight of the county's nine schools are in rural settings, offering students a quiet and focused environment. Angola High School is the largest institution with 785 students, while the average school size across the county sits at 399.
How can I find homes near good schools in Steuben County, Indiana?
Steuben County is an ideal location for those who value higher per-pupil spending and rural school settings. Start your home search here to join a community that invests heavily in its local education infrastructure.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) and the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.