For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 3,112 students in 46304, IN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 46304, IN are Brummitt Elementary School, Liberty Intermediate School and Bailly Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 46304 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 46304, IN have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Indiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public elementary school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46304, IN Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Brummitt Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2500 Indian Boundary
Chesterton, IN 46304
(219) 983-3660
Chesterton, IN 46304
(219) 983-3660
Gr: K-4 | 363 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
Liberty Intermediate School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
50 W 900 N
Chesterton, IN 46304
(219) 983-3690
Chesterton, IN 46304
(219) 983-3690
Gr: 5-6 | 452 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Bailly Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
800 S 5th St
Chesterton, IN 46304
(219) 983-3670
Chesterton, IN 46304
(219) 983-3670
Gr: K-4 | 374 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Newton Yost Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
100 W Beam St
Chesterton, IN 46304
(219) 983-3640
Chesterton, IN 46304
(219) 983-3640
Gr: K-4 | 362 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #55.
Liberty Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
50-1 W 900 N
Chesterton, IN 46304
(219) 983-3650
Chesterton, IN 46304
(219) 983-3650
Gr: K-4 | 491 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #66.
Westchester Intermediate School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1050 S 5th St
Chesterton, IN 46304
(219) 983-3710
Chesterton, IN 46304
(219) 983-3710
Gr: 5-6 | 404 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #77.
Discovery Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
800 Canonie Dr
Chesterton, IN 46304
(219) 983-9800
Chesterton, IN 46304
(219) 983-9800
Gr: K-8 | 536 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #88.
Northwest Indiana Online School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
601 W Morgan Ave
Chesterton, IN 46304
(219) 983-3743
Chesterton, IN 46304
(219) 983-3743
Gr: K-12 | 130 students Student-teacher ratio: 130:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 46304, IN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 46304, IN include Brummitt Elementary School, Liberty Intermediate School and Bailly Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 46304?
8 public elementary schools are located in 46304.
What is the racial composition of students in 46304?
46304 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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