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#1804 of 1,823 schools in IN
Excel Center - Hammond
High School · Excel Center - Hammond
3438 169th Street, Hammond, IN 46323
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 16 schools in Hammond. Learn more
Enrollment
176
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
2.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
176
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
2.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Indiana schools
#1,804 of 1,823
In Hammond
#15 of 17
public schools
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Excel Center - Hammond
High School in Hammond · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Excel Center - Hammond
Excel Center - Hammond is a public high school in Hammond, IN, part of Excel Center - Hammond. Excel Center - Hammond serves approximately 176 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Excel Center - Hammond has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,804 of 1,823 schools in IN.
- This school 2.4 · Needs Improvement
- IN avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 176 students, Excel Center - Hammond is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Excel Center - Hammond is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
44.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Excel Center - Hammond Compares
See how Excel Center - Hammond performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
3438 169th Street, Hammond, IN 46323
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Excel Center - Hammond may also want to explore other high schools in the area. West Side Leadership Academy (rated 5.9/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Gary), which scores notably higher. Another option is Highland High School (rated 5.9/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Highland), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Morton Senior High School (rated 4.3/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hammond, see our Hammond schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Morton Senior High School Hammond | 0.3 mi | 4.3 |
| Charles N Scott Middle School Hammond | 0.4 mi | 4.0 |
| Warren G Harding Elementary School Hammond | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Joseph Hess Elementary School Hammond | 0.9 mi | 3.1 |
| MORNING STAR ACADEMY Hammond | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Morton Elementary School Hammond | 1.0 mi | 2.5 |
| Judith Morton Johnston Elementary Highland | 1.7 mi | 5.2 |
| OUR LADY OF GRACE SCHOOL Highland | 2.2 mi | 7.0 |
| BIBLE BAPTIST SCHOOL Highland | 2.2 mi | — |
| HIGHLAND CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Highland | 2.4 mi | 6.8 |
| West Side Leadership Academy Gary | 2.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Southridge Elementary School Highland | 2.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Highland High School Highland | 2.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Thomas Jefferson Elementary School Hammond | 2.2 mi | 4.0 |
| East Chicago Urban Enterprise Academy East Chicago | 3.0 mi | 4.1 |
| Highland Middle School Highland | 3.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Mildred Merkley Elementary School Highland | 3.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Joseph Block Middle School East Chicago | 3.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Aspire Charter Academy Gary | 2.5 mi | 6.7 |
| George Washington Elementary Sch East Chicago | 3.4 mi | 2.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 46323 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,906
Median Home Value
$149,200
Median Rent
$1,189/mo
Population
23,184
College Educated
15.5%
Homeownership
66.6%
Avg Commute
23.6 min
Poverty Rate
15.2%
Median Age
36.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Thrival Academy Indianapolis, IN | 2.5 |
| Excel Center - Gary Gary, IN | 2.6 |
| Excel Center - South Bend South Bend, IN | 2.6 |
| Union Junior & High School Modoc, IN | 2.6 |
| Excel Center - Shelbyville Shelbyville, IN | 3.0 |
| Gary Middle College Gary, IN | 3.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Excel Center - Hammond
What grades does Excel Center - Hammond serve?
Excel Center - Hammond serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Excel Center - Hammond?
Excel Center - Hammond has an enrollment of approximately 176 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Excel Center - Hammond?
The student-teacher ratio at Excel Center - Hammond is 17.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Excel Center - Hammond rank in IN?
Excel Center - Hammond ranks #1,804 of 1,823 schools in IN.
What is Excel Center - Hammond's MySchoolScout rating?
Excel Center - Hammond has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Excel Center - Hammond a charter school?
Yes, Excel Center - Hammond is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Excel Center - Hammond a Title I school?
No, Excel Center - Hammond is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Excel Center - Hammond?
44.9% of students at Excel Center - Hammond qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 176
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 44.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Lake County
- Phone
- (219) 844-1911
Resources & Links
District
Excel Center - Hammond- District Enrollment
- 176
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $5,077
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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