For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,091 students in 46394, IN (there are 1 private school, serving 320 private students). 77% of all K-12 students in 46394, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public schools in 46394, IN are Nathan Hale Elementary School, Whiting High School and Whiting Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 46394 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 46394, IN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46394, IN Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Nathan Hale Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1831 Oliver St
Whiting, IN 46394
(219) 659-0738
Whiting, IN 46394
(219) 659-0738
Gr: PK-5 | 396 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #22.
Whiting High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1751 Oliver St
Whiting, IN 46394
(219) 659-0255
Whiting, IN 46394
(219) 659-0255
Gr: 9-12 | 445 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #33.
Whiting Middle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1800 New York Ave
Whiting, IN 46394
(219) 473-1344
Whiting, IN 46394
(219) 473-1344
Gr: 6-8 | 250 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #44.
Benjamin Franklin Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1000 116th St
Whiting, IN 46394
(219) 659-1241
Whiting, IN 46394
(219) 659-1241
Gr: PK-6
46394, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1921 Davis Ave
Whiting, IN 46394
(219) 659-3522
Whiting, IN 46394
(219) 659-3522
Gr: 6-12 | 1,254 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 46394, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in 46394, IN include Nathan Hale Elementary School, Whiting High School and Whiting Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 46394?
4 public schools are located in 46394.
What percentage of students in 46394 go to public school?
77% of all K-12 students in 46394 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 46394?
46394 public schools minority enrollment is 85% 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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