For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,337 students in Schererville, IN (there are 3 private schools, serving 785 private students). 75% of all K-12 students in Schererville, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in Schererville, IN are James H Watson Elementary School, Homan Elementary School and Peifer Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Schererville, IN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Indiana public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in Schererville have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% 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 Schererville, IN (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
James H Watson Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
333 W 77th St
Schererville, IN 46375
(219) 322-1365
Schererville, IN 46375
(219) 322-1365
Grades: PK-4
| 655 students
Rank: #22.
Homan Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
210 E Joliet
Schererville, IN 46375
(219) 322-4451
Schererville, IN 46375
(219) 322-4451
Grades: PK-4
| 450 students
Rank: #33.
Peifer Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1824 S Cline
Schererville, IN 46375
(219) 322-5335
Schererville, IN 46375
(219) 322-5335
Grades: PK-4
| 444 students
Rank: #44.
Michael Grimmer Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
225 W 77th Ave
Schererville, IN 46375
(219) 865-6985
Schererville, IN 46375
(219) 865-6985
Grades: 5-8
| 788 students
Schererville, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Campagna Academy Charter School (Closed 2013)
Charter School
7403 Cline Ave
Schererville, IN 46375
(219) 322-8614
Schererville, IN 46375
(219) 322-8614
Grades: 9-12
| 86 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Schererville, IN?
The top ranked public schools in Schererville, IN include James H Watson Elementary School, Homan Elementary School and Peifer Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Schererville?
4 public schools are located in Schererville.
What percentage of students in Schererville go to public school?
75% of all K-12 students in Schererville are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Schererville?
Schererville public schools minority enrollment is 45% 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 Schererville are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Schererville include: Peifer Elementary School vs. Homan Elementary School, Homan Elementary School vs. Peifer Elementary School, James H Watson Elementary School vs. Homan Elementary School
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