Wabash County Schools & Education
Wabash County, Indiana
NCES + U.S. Census BureauSchool Score
11/100
Higher = better
Rating
Below Average
Graduation Rate
83.5%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
83.5%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 92.6%
Per-Pupil Spending
$5,417
National avg $13,239
State avg $5,507
School Score
11/100
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
#91
of 92 counties (1 = best)
Education Advisory: Wabash County
School Verdict
Wabash County faces educational challenges with a school score of 11/100 and a graduation rate of 83.5%, falling below typical benchmarks.
Funding Context
At $5,417 per pupil, Wabash County operates with limited funding, which may constrain staffing, materials, and extracurricular offerings.
Attainment Context
Educational attainment data for Wabash County is not available.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 71% below the Indiana average, and its graduation rate trails the state average by 9.1 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 2% lower than the state norm.
Education Overview
About Schools in Wabash County, Indiana
A Multi-District Educational Patchwork
Wabash County features 15 public schools serving 5,225 students across four distinct school districts. The infrastructure is diverse, offering six elementary schools, two middle schools, and six high schools.
Opportunities for Academic Growth
The graduation rate stands at 83.5%, while the county maintains a per-pupil expenditure of $5,417. These figures sit below the state graduation average of 92.6% and the national spending average of $13,000.
Choosing Between Four Local Districts
MSD Wabash County Schools is the largest district with 2,266 students, followed by Wabash City and Manchester Community schools. No charter schools operate in the county, leaving education entirely to the four traditional districts.
Rural Locales and Mid-Sized Schools
Ten of the county's 15 schools are in rural areas, while the remaining five are in town settings. Manchester Jr-Sr High is the largest school with 672 students, contributing to an overall average school size of 402.
Discover Your Home in Wabash County
With four districts to choose from, families can find a school community that perfectly matches their needs. Look for homes in our town and rural settings to experience a classic Indiana education.
School Overview
Total Schools
15
in Wabash County
Total Enrollment
5,225
students
School Districts
4
districts
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
Student-Teacher Ratio
—
county average
Free Lunch (Median)
—
of students countywide
School Type Breakdown
4 School Districts in Wabash County
MSD Wabash County Schools
Wabash City Schools
Manchester Community Schools
Heartland Career Center
15 Public Schools in Wabash County
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manchester Jr-Sr High School | Manchester Community Schools | 7–12 | High | 672 |
| Wabash High School | Wabash City Schools | 9–12 | High | 478 |
| Southwood Jr-Sr High School | MSD Wabash County Schools | 6–12 | High | 457 |
| Manchester Elementary School | Manchester Community Schools | PK–3 | Primary | 454 |
| Wabash Middle School | Wabash City Schools | 5–8 | Middle | 443 |
| Northfield Jr-Sr High School | MSD Wabash County Schools | 7–12 | High | 439 |
| Southwood Elementary School | MSD Wabash County Schools | PK–5 | Primary | 421 |
| White's Jr-Sr High School | MSD Wabash County Schools | 6–12 | High | 411 |
| O J Neighbours Elementary School | Wabash City Schools | PK–4 | Primary | 391 |
| Manchester Intermediate School | Manchester Community Schools | 4–6 | Middle | 297 |
| Metro North Elementary School | MSD Wabash County Schools | PK–2 | Primary | 272 |
| Sharp Creek Elementary School | MSD Wabash County Schools | 3–6 | Primary | 266 |
| LH Carpenter Early Learning Center | Wabash City Schools | PK–KG | Primary | 224 |
| Heartland Career Center | Heartland Career Center | 9–12 | Vocational | 0 |
| Wabash/Miami Area Prog Excpt | MSD Wabash County Schools | PK–12 | Special Education | 0 |
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$5,417
State avg $5,507
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in Wabash County, Indiana — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Wabash County, Indiana?
Wabash County features 15 public schools serving 5,225 students across four distinct school districts. The infrastructure is diverse, offering six elementary schools, two middle schools, and six high schools.
How do schools in Wabash County perform academically?
The graduation rate stands at 83.5%, while the county maintains a per-pupil expenditure of $5,417. These figures sit below the state graduation average of 92.6% and the national spending average of $13,000.
What are the major school districts in Wabash County, Indiana?
MSD Wabash County Schools is the largest district with 2,266 students, followed by Wabash City and Manchester Community schools. No charter schools operate in the county, leaving education entirely to the four traditional districts.
What is the school experience like in Wabash County?
Ten of the county's 15 schools are in rural areas, while the remaining five are in town settings. Manchester Jr-Sr High is the largest school with 672 students, contributing to an overall average school size of 402.
How can I find homes near good schools in Wabash County, Indiana?
With four districts to choose from, families can find a school community that perfectly matches their needs. Look for homes in our town and rural settings to experience a classic Indiana education.
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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.