For the 2026-27 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 3,170 students in 46410, IN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 46410, IN are Jonas E Salk Elementary School, John Wood Elementary School and Merrillville Intermediate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 46410 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 46410, IN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public elementary school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46410, IN Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jonas E Salk Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3001 W 77th Ave
Merrillville, IN 46410
(219) 650-5304
Merrillville, IN 46410
(219) 650-5304
Gr: PK-4 | 565 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #22.
John Wood Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6100 E 73rd Ave
Merrillville, IN 46410
(219) 650-5305
Merrillville, IN 46410
(219) 650-5305
Gr: PK-4 | 227 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #33.
Merrillville Intermediate School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1400 W 61st Ave
Merrillville, IN 46410
(219) 650-5306
Merrillville, IN 46410
(219) 650-5306
Gr: 5-6 | 788 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #44.
Homer Iddings Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7249 Vanburen St
Merrillville, IN 46410
(219) 650-5302
Merrillville, IN 46410
(219) 650-5302
Gr: PK-4 | 535 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #55.
Edgar L Miller Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5901 Waite St
Merrillville, IN 46410
(219) 650-5303
Merrillville, IN 46410
(219) 650-5303
Gr: PK-4 | 330 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #66.
Henry P Fieler Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
407 W 61st Ave
Merrillville, IN 46410
(219) 650-5301
Merrillville, IN 46410
(219) 650-5301
Gr: PK-4 | 466 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #77.
Higher Institute Of Arts & Technical
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5861 Harrison Street
Merrillville, IN 46410
(219) 359-1522
Merrillville, IN 46410
(219) 359-1522
Gr: K-8 | 259 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 46410, IN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 46410, IN include Jonas E Salk Elementary School, John Wood Elementary School and Merrillville Intermediate School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 46410?
7 public elementary schools are located in 46410.
What is the racial composition of students in 46410?
46410 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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