For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 919 students in 46394, IN.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 46394, IN are Nathan Hale Elementary School, Whiting Middle School and Benjamin Franklin Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 46394 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 46394, IN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public elementary school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46394, IN Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Nathan Hale Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1831 Oliver St
Whiting, IN 46394
(219) 659-0738
Whiting, IN 46394
(219) 659-0738
Grades: PK-5
| 405 students
Rank: #22.
Whiting Middle School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1800 New York Ave
Whiting, IN 46394
(219) 473-1344
Whiting, IN 46394
(219) 473-1344
Grades: 6-8
| 256 students
Rank: #33.
Benjamin Franklin Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1000 116th St
Whiting, IN 46394
(219) 659-1241
Whiting, IN 46394
(219) 659-1241
Grades: PK-6
| 258 students
46394, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1921 Davis Ave
Whiting, IN 46394
(219) 659-3522
Whiting, IN 46394
(219) 659-3522
Grades: 6-12
| 1,254 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 46394, IN?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 46394, IN include Nathan Hale Elementary School, Whiting Middle School and Benjamin Franklin Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 46394?
3 public elementary schools are located in 46394.
What is the racial composition of students in 46394?
46394 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public elementary schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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