For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 3,680 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 89%).
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 14% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 42% 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 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46323, IN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Warren G Harding Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3211 165th St
Hammond, IN 46323
(219) 989-7351
Hammond, IN 46323
(219) 989-7351
Gr: PK-6 | 755 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #22.
Joseph Hess Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3640 Orchard Dr
Hammond, IN 46323
(219) 989-7355
Hammond, IN 46323
(219) 989-7355
Gr: PK-6 | 611 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #33.
Morton Senior High School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6915 Grand Ave
Hammond, IN 46323
(219) 989-7316
Hammond, IN 46323
(219) 989-7316
Gr: 9-12 | 1,446 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #44.
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
Gr: 7-8 | 663 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: n/an/a
Excel Center - Hammond
Charter School
3438 169th Street
Hammond, IN 46323
(219) 844-1911
Hammond, IN 46323
(219) 844-1911
Gr: 9-12 | 205 students Student-teacher ratio: 34:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
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?
5 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 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 46323?
46323 public schools minority enrollment is 89% 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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