For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,366 students in 46323, IN.
The top-ranked public preschools in 46323, IN are Warren G Harding Elementary School and Joseph Hess Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 46323 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Indiana public pre school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 46323, IN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public preschool average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Best 46323, IN Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Warren G Harding Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3211 165th St
Hammond, IN 46323
(219) 989-7351
Hammond, IN 46323
(219) 989-7351
Gr: PK-6 | 755 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #22.
Joseph Hess Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3640 Orchard Dr
Hammond, IN 46323
(219) 989-7355
Hammond, IN 46323
(219) 989-7355
Gr: PK-6 | 611 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 46323, IN?
The top-ranked public preschools in 46323, IN include Warren G Harding Elementary School and Joseph Hess Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 46323?
2 public preschools are located in 46323.
What is the racial composition of students in 46323?
46323 public preschools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public preschools average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
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