For the 2025 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 5,363 students in Hobart, IN (there are 4 private schools, serving 289 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in Hobart, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in Hobart, IN are Joan Martin Elementary School, Liberty Elementary School and Veterans Elementary School At Mundell. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hobart, IN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Indiana public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in Hobart have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in Hobart, IN (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Joan Martin Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
301 E 10th St
Hobart, IN 46342
(219) 947-7869
Hobart, IN 46342
(219) 947-7869
Grades: 1-5
| 499 students
Rank: #22.
Liberty Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
130 N Liberty St
Hobart, IN 46342
(219) 942-4251
Hobart, IN 46342
(219) 942-4251
Grades: 1-5
| 408 students
Rank: #33.
Veterans Elementary School At Mundell
(Math: 43% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
52 North Wisconsin St
Hobart, IN 46342
(219) 942-5614
Hobart, IN 46342
(219) 942-5614
Grades: 1-5
| 588 students
Rank: #44.
Hobart High School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2211 E Tenth St
Hobart, IN 46342
(219) 942-8521
Hobart, IN 46342
(219) 942-8521
Grades: 9-12
| 1,343 students
Rank: #55.
Hobart Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
36 E 8th St
Hobart, IN 46342
(219) 942-8541
Hobart, IN 46342
(219) 942-8541
Grades: 6-8
| 916 students
Rank: #66.
John I Meister Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3300 Jay St
Hobart, IN 46342
(219) 962-1103
Hobart, IN 46342
(219) 962-1103
Grades: K-5
| 364 students
Rank: #77.
River Forest Middle School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3300 Indiana St
Hobart, IN 46342
(219) 962-7551
Hobart, IN 46342
(219) 962-7551
Grades: 6-8
| 374 students
Rank: #88.
River Forest High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3300 Indiana St
Hobart, IN 46342
(219) 962-7551
Hobart, IN 46342
(219) 962-7551
Grades: 9-12
| 567 students
Rank: n/an/a
400 N Wilson St
Hobart, IN 46342
(219) 942-7263
Hobart, IN 46342
(219) 942-7263
Grades: PK-K
| 304 students
Hobart, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
3250 Indiana St
Hobart, IN 46342
(219) 962-7811
Hobart, IN 46342
(219) 962-7811
Grades: 7-8
| 227 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Hobart, IN?
The top ranked public schools in Hobart, IN include Joan Martin Elementary School, Liberty Elementary School and Veterans Elementary School At Mundell.
How many public schools are located in Hobart?
9 public schools are located in Hobart.
What percentage of students in Hobart go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in Hobart are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Hobart?
Hobart public schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Which public schools in Hobart are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Hobart include: Veterans Elementary School At Mundell vs. Joan Martin Elementary School, Liberty Elementary School vs. Veterans Elementary School At Mundell, Joan Martin Elementary School vs. Veterans Elementary School At Mundell
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