For the 2025-26 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,270 students in 46303, IN.
The top-ranked public schools in 46303, IN are Lincoln Elementary School, Douglas Macarthur Elementary School and Hanover Central High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 46303 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 46303, IN have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46303, IN Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 61% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
12245 W 109th Ave
Cedar Lake, IN 46303
(219) 374-3600
Cedar Lake, IN 46303
(219) 374-3600
Gr: K-2 | 322 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #22.
Douglas Macarthur Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
12900 Fairbanks
Cedar Lake, IN 46303
(219) 662-3600
Cedar Lake, IN 46303
(219) 662-3600
Gr: PK-5 | 473 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #33.
Hanover Central High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
10120 W 133rd St
Cedar Lake, IN 46303
(219) 374-3800
Cedar Lake, IN 46303
(219) 374-3800
Gr: 9-12 | 817 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #44.
Jane Ball Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 45-49% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
13313 Parrish St
Cedar Lake, IN 46303
(219) 374-3700
Cedar Lake, IN 46303
(219) 374-3700
Gr: PK-2 | 348 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #55.
Hanover Central Middle School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
10631 W 141st St
Cedar Lake, IN 46303
(219) 374-3500
Cedar Lake, IN 46303
(219) 374-3500
Gr: 6-8 | 668 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: n/an/a
10631 W. 141 St.
Cedar Lake, IN 46303
(219) 587-3400
Cedar Lake, IN 46303
(219) 587-3400
Gr: 3-5 | 642 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 46303, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in 46303, IN include Lincoln Elementary School, Douglas Macarthur Elementary School and Hanover Central High School.
How many public schools are located in 46303?
6 public schools are located in 46303.
What is the racial composition of students in 46303?
46303 public schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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