Best Schools in Porter, Indiana
2 schools · 2 Elementary
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Newton Yost Elementary School
Elementary · Duneland School Corporation. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Discovery Charter School
Elementary · Discovery Charter School. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$278,300
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$278,300
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Porter
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Newton Yost Elementary School | 8.7 / 10 |
| 2 | Discovery Charter School | 5.2 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.9/10
- Median household income
- $88,551
- Median home value
- $278,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 35%
- Avg commute
- 26 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 76%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Porter compares
Median household income
$89k
123% of Indiana median
About Schools in Porter, Indiana
Porter, Indiana is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools.
With an average rating of 6.9 out of 10, schools in Porter show moderate performance 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 Porter is Newton Yost Elementary School with a composite score of 8.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Porter is served by 2 school districts: Discovery Charter School, Duneland School Corporation. These districts collectively serve 6,330 students.
Porter's community shows 35% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $88,551. The poverty rate in the area is 9.3%.
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
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 381 students · Kindergarten–4th | 8.7 |
| 2 | 544 students · Kindergarten–8th | 5.2 |
Schools in Porter
Porter, Indiana · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$88,551
Median Home Value
$278,300
Median Rent
$1,169/mo
Population
27,402
College Educated
35%
Homeownership
76%
Avg Commute
26 min
Poverty Rate
9.3%
Community Profile
Porter has a median household income of $88,551. It is an area where 35% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $278,300, with a median rent of $1,169/month. The local poverty rate of 9.3% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Indiana
- Elementary
- 2
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Porter, Indiana
How many schools are in Porter, Indiana?
Porter has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Porter, Indiana?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Porter is 6.9 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 Porter, Indiana?
The top-ranked school in Porter on MySchoolScout is Newton Yost Elementary School with a composite score of 8.7/10.
What is the best elementary school in Porter, Indiana?
The top-ranked elementary school in Porter on MySchoolScout is Newton Yost Elementary School with a composite score of 8.7/10.
How many school districts serve Porter, Indiana?
Porter is served by 2 school districts: Discovery Charter School, Duneland School Corporation.
What is the education level in Porter, Indiana?
According to Census data, 35% of adults in Porter have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Porter, Indiana?
The median household income in Porter is approximately $88,551 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Porter, Indiana?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Porter is 14.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Porter, 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.