Best Public Schools in 46323 (Hammond, IN) (2025-26)

Best 46323 Indiana Public Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 4,298 students in 46323, IN (there are , serving 73 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 46323, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).

The top ranked public schools in 46323, IN are Warren G Harding Elementary School, Joseph Hess Elementary School and Morton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Public schools in zipcode 46323 have an score of 15% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and score of 20% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 46323, IN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.

Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best 46323, IN Public Schools (2025-26)

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Rank: #11.

Warren G Harding Elementary School

(Math: 33% | Reading: 23%)
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3211 165th St
Hammond, IN 46323
(219) 989-7351

Gr: PK-6 | 643 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 83%

Rank: #22.

Joseph Hess Elementary School

(Math: 20% | Reading: 19%)
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3640 Orchard Dr
Hammond, IN 46323
(219) 989-7355

Gr: PK-6 | 686 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 87%

Rank: #33.

Morton Elementary School

(Math: 19% | Reading: 15%)
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7006 Marshall Ave
Hammond, IN 46323
(219) 989-7336

Gr: PK-6 | 525 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 92%

Rank: #44.

Morton Senior High School

(Math: 10% | Reading: 24%)
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6915 Grand Ave
Hammond, IN 46323
(219) 989-7316

Gr: 9-12 | 1,534 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 89%

Rank: #55.

Charles N Scott Middle School

(Math: 3% | Reading: 18%)
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3635 173rd St
Hammond, IN 46323
(219) 989-7340

Gr: 7-8 | 734 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 89%

Rank: n/an/a

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3438 169th Street
Hammond, IN 46323
(219) 844-1911

Gr: 9-12 | 176 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 87%

[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 46323 Indiana

46323, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)

School

Location

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Lee L Caldwell Elementary School (Closed 2008)

3105 173rd St
Hammond, IN 46323
(219) 989-7347

Gr: K-5 | 302 students Minority enrollment: 69%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 46323, IN?

The top ranked public schools in 46323, IN include Warren G Harding Elementary School, Joseph Hess Elementary School and Morton Elementary School.

How many public schools are located in 46323?

6 public schools are located in 46323.

What percentage of students in 46323 go to public school?

98% of all K-12 students in 46323 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).

What is the racial composition of students in 46323?

46323 public schools minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).