| District | City | Rating | Students | Schools | Grades | Zip Codes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Madison Consolidated Schools | Canaan | 6/10 Average · 57th pct | 2,705 | 6 | PK–12 | 4 |
| Southwestern Jefferson County Consolidated Schools | Lexington | 6/10 Average · 53rd pct | 1,277 | 3 | PK–12 | 2 |
How Jefferson County compares
Together they enroll 3,982 students across 9 schools. The largest is Madison Consolidated Schools with 2,705 students. Districts here average 6.0/10, below the Indiana average of 6.4/10. Ratings range from 6/10 to 6/10.
School Districts in Jefferson County, Indiana
Jefferson County has 2 public school districts covering 6 zip codes. The top-rated district in Jefferson County is Madison Consolidated Schools (6/10). Ratings are based on the share of students proficient in reading and math on state assessments (ILEARN 2024–25), ranked against all districts in Indiana. Directory details come from NCES CCD 2024–25.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many school districts are in Jefferson County, IN?
2 school districts serve zip codes in Jefferson County, IN. This page lists each one with its rating, enrollment, grade span and the zip codes it covers.
What is the best-rated school district in Jefferson County, IN?
Of the districts serving Jefferson County, Madison Consolidated Schools has the highest rating on this site at 6/10. That places it in the 57th percentile among Indiana school districts.
How are these school district ratings calculated?
Each rating is the share of students scoring proficient or above on Indiana reading and math assessments, ranked against other districts in Indiana and converted to a 1–10 scale. Percentiles compare districts within Indiana only, never across state lines.