For the 2026-27 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 3,136 students in 46342, IN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 46342, 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.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 46342 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 46342, IN have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public elementary school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46342, IN Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Joan Martin Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
301 E 10th St
Hobart, IN 46342
(219) 947-7869
Hobart, IN 46342
(219) 947-7869
Gr: 1-5 | 497 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #22.
Liberty Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
130 N Liberty St
Hobart, IN 46342
(219) 942-4251
Hobart, IN 46342
(219) 942-4251
Gr: 1-5 | 398 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #33.
Veterans Elementary School At Mundell
(Math: 50% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
52 North Wisconsin St
Hobart, IN 46342
(219) 942-5614
Hobart, IN 46342
(219) 942-5614
Gr: 1-5 | 594 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #44.
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
Gr: 6-8 | 905 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #55.
John I Meister Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3300 Jay St
Hobart, IN 46342
(219) 962-1103
Hobart, IN 46342
(219) 962-1103
Gr: K-5 | 373 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #66.
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
Gr: 6-8 | 369 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
46342, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
3250 Indiana St
Hobart, IN 46342
(219) 962-7811
Hobart, IN 46342
(219) 962-7811
Gr: 7-8 | 227 students Minority enrollment: 41%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 46342, IN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 46342, IN include Joan Martin Elementary School, Liberty Elementary School and Veterans Elementary School At Mundell.
How many public elementary schools are located in 46342?
6 public elementary schools are located in 46342.
What is the racial composition of students in 46342?
46342 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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