For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,319 students in 46327, IN (there are 3 private schools, serving 1,085 private students). 55% of all K-12 students in 46327, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public schools in 46327, IN are Abraham Lincoln Elementary School and Washington Irving Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 46327 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 16% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 46327, IN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46327, IN Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Abraham Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4221 Towle Ave
Hammond, IN 46327
(219) 933-2475
Hammond, IN 46327
(219) 933-2475
Gr: PK-6 | 565 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #22.
Washington Irving Elementary School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4727 Pine Ave
Hammond, IN 46327
(219) 933-2467
Hammond, IN 46327
(219) 933-2467
Gr: PK-6 | 754 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 46327, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in 46327, IN include Abraham Lincoln Elementary School and Washington Irving Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 46327?
2 public schools are located in 46327.
What percentage of students in 46327 go to public school?
55% of all K-12 students in 46327 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 46327?
46327 public schools minority enrollment is 95% 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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