For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 3,085 students in 46320, IN (there are 1 private school, serving 169 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 46320, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public schools in 46320, IN are Hammond Academy Of Science & Technical, Hammond Central High School and Henry W Eggers Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 46320 have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 46320, IN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46320, IN Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hammond Academy Of Science & Technical
Charter School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
33 Muenich Ct
Hammond, IN 46320
(219) 852-0500
Hammond, IN 46320
(219) 852-0500
Gr: 6-12 | 578 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #22.
Hammond Central High School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5926 Calumet Ave
Hammond, IN 46320
(219) 933-2442
Hammond, IN 46320
(219) 933-2442
Gr: 9-12 | 1,814 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #33.
Henry W Eggers Middle School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5825 Blaine Ave
Hammond, IN 46320
(219) 933-2449
Hammond, IN 46320
(219) 933-2449
Gr: 7-8 | 693 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: n/an/a
Area Career Center
Vocational School
5727 Sohl Ave
Hammond, IN 46320
(219) 933-2428
Hammond, IN 46320
(219) 933-2428
Gr: 6-12
46320, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1238 Michigan St
Hammond, IN 46320
(219) 933-2461
Hammond, IN 46320
(219) 933-2461
Gr: K-5 | 257 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
856 Sibley St
Hammond, IN 46320
(219) 933-2472
Hammond, IN 46320
(219) 933-2472
Gr: PK-5 | 448 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 46320, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in 46320, IN include Hammond Academy Of Science & Technical, Hammond Central High School and Henry W Eggers Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 46320?
4 public schools are located in 46320.
What percentage of students in 46320 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 46320 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 46320?
46320 public schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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