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2 schools in Carlisle

Indiana · Public K-12

Carlisle runs 2 public K-12 schools inside Indiana, with combined enrollment near 268 (1 elementary and 1 middle).

7-year change in Carlisle

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
268
+13 (+5%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
2
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
96%
was 89%
% Hispanic
4%
was 8%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
Carlisle Elementary SchoolElementaryPK-05188
Carlisle Middle SchoolMiddle06-0880

About Carlisle

Carlisle is a rural-scale Indiana city in terms of public-school footprint, with 2 schools and 268 students total.

On the level-by-level breakdown, the city comprises 1 elementary, and 1 middle.

Schools in Carlisle average about 134 students each, 76% meaningfully below the Indiana norm.

Trend over the past 7 years. Combined enrollment now sits at 268 students, expanded 5% from the 255 reported in SY 2017-18. The White share of public-school enrollment increased from 89% to 96%.

On this page, the community for Carlisle discusses open enrollment windows, redistricting talk, and busing logistics. Discussions cut across districts, schools, and grade levels.

Frequently asked questions

How many public schools are in Carlisle?
Carlisle, Indiana has 2 public K-12 schools serving approximately 268 students.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Carlisle?
Carlisle has 1 elementary, 1 middle public schools.
What is the largest public school in Carlisle?
Carlisle Elementary School is the largest public school in Carlisle by enrollment, with approximately 188 students.
What school districts serve Carlisle?
Carlisle public schools are operated by Southwest School Corporation.
What grade levels do public schools in Carlisle cover?
Public schools in Carlisle serve students from pre-K through grade 8.