Best Schools in Lake Station, Indiana
4 schools · 3 Elementary · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Lake Station by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Alexander Hamilton Elementary Sch
Elementary · Lake Station Community Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Henry S Evans Elementary School
Elementary · River Forest Community Sch Corp. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Thomas a Edison Jr-sr HS
High · Lake Station Community Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Lake Station for 2026 are Alexander Hamilton Elementary Sch (4.1/10), Henry S Evans Elementary School (4.0/10), and Thomas a Edison Jr-sr HS (3.4/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 4 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
3.7
out of 10
Median Home
$123,600
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
3.7
out of 10
Median Home
$123,600
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Lake Station
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (4 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alexander Hamilton Elementary Sch | 4.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Henry S Evans Elementary School | 4.0 / 10 |
| 3 | Thomas a Edison Jr-sr HS | 3.4 / 10 |
| 4 | Virgil I Bailey Elementary School | 3.4 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 3.7/10
- Median household income
- $57,005
- Median home value
- $123,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 10%
- Avg commute
- 29 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 72%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Lake Station compares
Indiana rank
#216 of 218
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-2.6
below Indiana avg (6.3)
Median household income
$57k
79% of Indiana median
Schools in this city
4
About Schools in Lake Station, Indiana
Lake Station, Indiana is home to 4 schools, including 4 public schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 3.7 out of 10, schools in Lake Station face significant challenges on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Lake Station is Alexander Hamilton Elementary Sch with a composite score of 4.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Lake Station is served by 2 school districts: Lake Station Community Schools, River Forest Community Sch Corp. These districts collectively serve 2,850 students.
Lake Station's community shows 10% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $57,005. The poverty rate in the area is 13.1%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 227 students · Kindergarten–5th | 4.1 |
| 2 | 401 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.0 |
| 3 | 303 students · Kindergarten–5th | 3.4 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 614 students · 6th–12th | 3.4 |
Schools in Lake Station
Lake Station, Indiana · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$57,005
Median Home Value
$123,600
Median Rent
$1,136/mo
Population
11,509
College Educated
10%
Homeownership
72%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
13.1%
Community Profile
Lake Station has a median household income of $57,005. It is a community where 10% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $123,600, with a median rent of $1,136/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.1%. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Indiana
- Elementary
- 3
- High
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Lake Station, Indiana
How many schools are in Lake Station, Indiana?
Lake Station has 4 schools, including 4 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Lake Station, Indiana?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Lake Station is 3.7 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Lake Station, Indiana?
The top-ranked school in Lake Station on MySchoolScout is Alexander Hamilton Elementary Sch with a composite score of 4.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Lake Station, Indiana?
The top-ranked elementary school in Lake Station on MySchoolScout is Alexander Hamilton Elementary Sch with a composite score of 4.1/10.
What is the best high school in Lake Station, Indiana?
The top-ranked high school in Lake Station on MySchoolScout is Thomas a Edison Jr-sr HS with a composite score of 3.4/10.
How many school districts serve Lake Station, Indiana?
Lake Station is served by 2 school districts: Lake Station Community Schools, River Forest Community Sch Corp.
What is the education level in Lake Station, Indiana?
According to Census data, 10% of adults in Lake Station have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Lake Station, Indiana?
The median household income in Lake Station is approximately $57,005 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Lake Station, Indiana?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Lake Station is 15.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Lake Station, Indiana?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Indiana Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.