For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,545 students in 46405, IN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 46405, IN are Alexander Hamilton Elementary School, Henry S Evans Elementary School and Virgil I Bailey Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 46405 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 46405, IN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public elementary school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46405, IN Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Alexander Hamilton Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2900 Lake St
Lake Station, IN 46405
(219) 962-1824
Lake Station, IN 46405
(219) 962-1824
Gr: K-5 | 227 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Henry S Evans Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2915 E 35th Ave
Lake Station, IN 46405
(219) 962-1608
Lake Station, IN 46405
(219) 962-1608
Gr: PK-5 | 401 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #33.
Virgil I Bailey Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2100 Union St
Lake Station, IN 46405
(219) 962-1302
Lake Station, IN 46405
(219) 962-1302
Gr: K-5 | 303 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #44.
Thomas A Edison Jr-sr High School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3304 Parkside Ave
Lake Station, IN 46405
(219) 962-8531
Lake Station, IN 46405
(219) 962-8531
Gr: 6-12 | 614 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
46405, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2460 Vermillion St
Lake Station, IN 46405
(219) 962-1360
Lake Station, IN 46405
(219) 962-1360
Gr: 1-6 | 153 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
2540 Pk St
Lake Station, IN 46405
(219) 962-1656
Lake Station, IN 46405
(219) 962-1656
Gr: 6 | 100 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 46405, IN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 46405, IN include Alexander Hamilton Elementary School, Henry S Evans Elementary School and Virgil I Bailey Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 46405?
4 public elementary schools are located in 46405.
What is the racial composition of students in 46405?
46405 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public elementary schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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