For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 5,285 students in 46342, IN (there are 4 private schools, serving 239 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 46342, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 46342, IN are Joan Martin Elementary School, Liberty Elementary School and Veterans Elementary School At Mundell. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 46342 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 46342, IN have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46342, IN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Joan Martin Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
301 E 10th St
Hobart, IN 46342
(219) 947-7869
Hobart, IN 46342
(219) 947-7869
Gr: 1-5 | 497 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #22.
Liberty Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
130 N Liberty St
Hobart, IN 46342
(219) 942-4251
Hobart, IN 46342
(219) 942-4251
Gr: 1-5 | 398 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #33.
Veterans Elementary School At Mundell
(Math: 50% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
52 North Wisconsin St
Hobart, IN 46342
(219) 942-5614
Hobart, IN 46342
(219) 942-5614
Gr: 1-5 | 594 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #44.
Hobart High School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2211 E Tenth St
Hobart, IN 46342
(219) 942-8521
Hobart, IN 46342
(219) 942-8521
Gr: 9-12 | 1,320 student Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #55.
Hobart Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
36 E 8th St
Hobart, IN 46342
(219) 942-8541
Hobart, IN 46342
(219) 942-8541
Gr: 6-8 | 905 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #66.
John I Meister Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3300 Jay St
Hobart, IN 46342
(219) 962-1103
Hobart, IN 46342
(219) 962-1103
Gr: K-5 | 373 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #77.
River Forest Middle School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3300 Indiana St
Hobart, IN 46342
(219) 962-7551
Hobart, IN 46342
(219) 962-7551
Gr: 6-8 | 369 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #88.
River Forest High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3300 Indiana St
Hobart, IN 46342
(219) 962-7551
Hobart, IN 46342
(219) 962-7551
Gr: 9-12 | 565 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: n/an/a
400 N Wilson St
Hobart, IN 46342
(219) 942-7263
Hobart, IN 46342
(219) 942-7263
Gr: PK-K | 264 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 46342, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in 46342, IN include Joan Martin Elementary School, Liberty Elementary School and Veterans Elementary School At Mundell.
How many public schools are located in 46342?
9 public schools are located in 46342.
What percentage of students in 46342 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 46342 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 46342?
46342 public schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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