For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,290 students in 46327, IN.
The top-ranked public preschools in 46327, IN are Abraham Lincoln Elementary School and Washington Irving Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 46327 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Indiana public pre school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 16% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 46327, IN have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public preschool average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Best 46327, IN Public Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Abraham Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4221 Towle Ave
Hammond, IN 46327
(219) 933-2475
Hammond, IN 46327
(219) 933-2475
Gr: PK-6 | 550 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #22.
Washington Irving Elementary School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4727 Pine Ave
Hammond, IN 46327
(219) 933-2467
Hammond, IN 46327
(219) 933-2467
Gr: PK-6 | 740 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 46327, IN?
The top-ranked public preschools in 46327, IN include Abraham Lincoln Elementary School and Washington Irving Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 46327?
2 public preschools are located in 46327.
What is the racial composition of students in 46327?
46327 public preschools minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public preschools average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
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