For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,543 students in 46312, IN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 46312, IN are East Chicago Urban Enterprise Academy, Abraham Lincoln Elementary School and Benjamin Harrison Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 46312 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 14% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 46312, IN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public elementary school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46312, IN Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
East Chicago Urban Enterprise Academy
Charter School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1402 E Chicago Ave
East Chicago, IN 46312
(219) 392-3650
East Chicago, IN 46312
(219) 392-3650
Gr: K-8 | 424 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Abraham Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3551 Block Avenue
East Chicago, IN 46312
(219) 391-4096
East Chicago, IN 46312
(219) 391-4096
Gr: K-6 | 282 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #33.
Benjamin Harrison Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 8%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4411 Magoun
East Chicago, IN 46312
(219) 391-4192
East Chicago, IN 46312
(219) 391-4192
Gr: K-6 | 400 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
William Mckinley Elementary School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4825 Magoun Ave
East Chicago, IN 46312
(219) 391-4186
East Chicago, IN 46312
(219) 391-4186
Gr: K-6 | 509 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #55.
George Washington Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2400 Cardinal Drive
East Chicago, IN 46312
(219) 391-4169
East Chicago, IN 46312
(219) 391-4169
Gr: K-6 | 433 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Rank: #66.
East Chicago Lighthouse
Charter School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3916 Pulaski
East Chicago, IN 46312
(219) 378-7450
East Chicago, IN 46312
(219) 378-7450
Gr: K-8 | 495 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 46312, IN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 46312, IN include East Chicago Urban Enterprise Academy, Abraham Lincoln Elementary School and Benjamin Harrison Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 46312?
6 public elementary schools are located in 46312.
What is the racial composition of students in 46312?
46312 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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