For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 4,298 students in 46323, IN (there are 1 private school, 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 Senior High 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 average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Indiana public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency 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)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Warren G Harding Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3211 165th St
Hammond, IN 46323
(219) 989-7351
Hammond, IN 46323
(219) 989-7351
Grades: PK-6
| 643 students
Rank: #22.
Joseph Hess Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3640 Orchard Dr
Hammond, IN 46323
(219) 989-7355
Hammond, IN 46323
(219) 989-7355
Grades: PK-6
| 686 students
Rank: #33.
Morton Senior High School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6915 Grand Ave
Hammond, IN 46323
(219) 989-7316
Hammond, IN 46323
(219) 989-7316
Grades: 9-12
| 1,534 students
Rank: #44.
Morton Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
7006 Marshall Ave
Hammond, IN 46323
(219) 989-7336
Hammond, IN 46323
(219) 989-7336
Grades: PK-6
| 525 students
Rank: #55.
Charles N Scott Middle School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3635 173rd St
Hammond, IN 46323
(219) 989-7340
Hammond, IN 46323
(219) 989-7340
Grades: 7-8
| 734 students
Rank: n/an/a
Excel Center - Hammond
Charter School
3438 169th Street
Hammond, IN 46323
(219) 844-1911
Hammond, IN 46323
(219) 844-1911
Grades: 9-12
| 176 students
46323, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
3105 173rd St
Hammond, IN 46323
(219) 989-7347
Hammond, IN 46323
(219) 989-7347
Grades: K-5
| 302 students
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 Senior High 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).
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