Hanover Community School Corp School District
School District · Cedar Lake, Indiana
Avg Rating
7.1
out of 10
Schools
5
3 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,685
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.5:1
Avg Rating
7.1
out of 10
Schools
5
3 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,685
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.5:1
Evaluating Hanover Community School Corp?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Hanover Community School Corp as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Jane Ball Elementary School
Cedar Lake · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Lincoln Elementary School
Cedar Lake · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Hanover Central Middle School
Cedar Lake · Middle. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Indiana rank
#81 of 292
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+0.8
above Indiana avg
Per-pupil spending
$10,685
$1,677 vs Indiana median
District size
2,797 students
Larger than Indiana median
The short answer
Hanover Community School Corp ranks #81 of 292 Indiana districts by overall school rating. Hanover Community School Corp's schools with real test data average 7.2/10 across 4 schools. Its top-rated schools are Jane Ball Elementary School (7.6/10), Lincoln Elementary School (7.4/10), and Hanover Central Middle School (7.1/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in Hanover Community School Corp
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (4 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jane Ball Elementary School | 7.6 / 10 |
| 2 | Lincoln Elementary School | 7.4 / 10 |
| 3 | Hanover Central Middle School | 7.1 / 10 |
| 4 | Hanover Central High School | 6.5 / 10 |
See all 5 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Hanover Community School Corp
Hanover Community School Corp is a Cedar Lake, Indiana school district serving 5 schools. The district educates 2,797 students with a student-teacher ratio of 16.5:1. The district invests $10,685 per student annually.
With an average rating of 7.1/10, Hanover Community School Corp is among the strongest-performing districts in the state.
The highest-rated school in the district is Jane Ball Elementary School, which has a composite score of 7.6/10.
In standardized testing, Hanover Community School Corp students show an average math proficiency of 65.9% and ELA proficiency of 70.0%.
The district includes 3 elementary schools , 1 middle school , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in Hanover Community School Corp, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Hanover Community School Corp with test data.
Schools in Hanover Community School Corp
5 schools Elementary Schools 3
Middle Schools 1
High Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Indiana
- City
- Cedar Lake
- Total Enrollment
- 2,797
- Teachers (FTE)
- 170
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.0%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Hanover Community School Corp?
Hanover Community School Corp has 5 schools in total — 3 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Hanover Community School Corp?
The average composite rating for Hanover Community School Corp is 7.1/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Hanover Community School Corp?
Hanover Community School Corp spends $10,685 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Hanover Community School Corp?
The average student-teacher ratio in Hanover Community School Corp is 16.5:1.
What is the top-rated school in Hanover Community School Corp?
Jane Ball Elementary School is the highest-rated school in Hanover Community School Corp with a composite score of 7.6/10.
What are the test scores in Hanover Community School Corp?
Across schools in Hanover Community School Corp with test data, the average math proficiency is 65.9% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 70.0%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Hanover Community School Corp compare to other districts in Indiana?
Hanover Community School Corp has an average school rating of 7.1/10 across 5 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Indiana by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 7.1/10
- Math Proficiency
- 65.9%
- ELA Proficiency
- 70.0%
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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.
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