For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 396 students in Whiting, IN.
The top-ranked public preschools in Whiting, IN are Nathan Hale Elementary School and Benjamin Franklin Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Whiting, IN public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Indiana public pre school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in Whiting have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public preschool average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Whiting, IN (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.
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
Whiting, 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 preschools in Whiting, IN?
The top-ranked public preschools in Whiting, IN include Nathan Hale Elementary School and Benjamin Franklin Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Whiting?
2 public preschools are located in Whiting.
What is the racial composition of students in Whiting?
Whiting public preschools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public preschools average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Which public preschools in Whiting are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public preschools in Whiting include: Benjamin Franklin Elementary School vs. Nathan Hale Elementary School, Nathan Hale Elementary School vs. Benjamin Franklin Elementary School
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