For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 4,101 students in 46321, IN (there are 2 private schools, serving 775 private students). 84% of all K-12 students in 46321, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public schools in 46321, IN are Frank H Hammond Elementary School, Munster High School and Ernest R Elliott Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 46321 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 46321, IN have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46321, IN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Frank H Hammond Elementary School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1301 Fran-lin Pky
Munster, IN 46321
(219) 838-2060
Munster, IN 46321
(219) 838-2060
Gr: PK-5 | 620 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #22.
Munster High School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
8808 Columbia Ave
Munster, IN 46321
(219) 836-3200
Munster, IN 46321
(219) 836-3200
Gr: 9-12 | 1,474 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #33.
Ernest R Elliott Elementary School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
8718 White Oak Ave
Munster, IN 46321
(219) 838-5250
Munster, IN 46321
(219) 838-5250
Gr: K-5 | 463 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #44.
James B Eads Elementary School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
8001 Harrison Ave
Munster, IN 46321
(219) 836-8635
Munster, IN 46321
(219) 836-8635
Gr: K-5 | 554 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #55.
Wilbur Wright Middle School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8650 Columbia Ave
Munster, IN 46321
(219) 836-6260
Munster, IN 46321
(219) 836-6260
Gr: 6-8 | 990 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
46321, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
8001 Harrison Ave
Munster, IN 46321
(219) 836-7303
Munster, IN 46321
(219) 836-7303
Gr: PK | 161 students Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 46321, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in 46321, IN include Frank H Hammond Elementary School, Munster High School and Ernest R Elliott Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 46321?
5 public schools are located in 46321.
What percentage of students in 46321 go to public school?
84% of all K-12 students in 46321 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 46321?
46321 public schools minority enrollment is 52% 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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