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Warren G Harding Elementary School

Elementary School · School City of Hammond

3211 165th St, Hammond, IN 46323

Enrollment

643

Student-Teacher

15.7:1

Score

5.2

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Indiana schools

#1,332 of 1,823

In Hammond

#2 of 17

public schools

In district

#1 of 16

School City of Hammond

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Warren G Harding Elementary School

5.2/10

Elementary School in Hammond · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Warren G Harding Elementary School

Warren G Harding Elementary School is a public elementary school in Hammond, IN, part of School City of Hammond. Warren G Harding Elementary School serves approximately 643 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Warren G Harding Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,332 of 1,823 schools in IN.

Structured state assessment records for Warren G Harding Elementary School show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.1 pts above district
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • District avg 3.1
  • IN avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Warren G Harding Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

42% of students at Warren G Harding Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.2Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.29 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.0Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency25.8% (2025 ILEARN)
Reading/ELA Proficiency23.8% (2025 ILEARN)
Math vs. State Avg-25.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-16.4 pts
Overall Proficiency25% (2025 ILEARN, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2025 ILEARN)
vs. Expected-9.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile21th
Resources & Environment4.4Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,879
Chronic Absenteeism41.8%

Warren G Harding Elementary School — Students at Warren G Harding Elementary School score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

60.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 41.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.9% (2025 ILEARN)
ELA Proficiency 42.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.7% (2025 ILEARN)

Based on 40 test records from IN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
63%
ELA
56%
2010
Math
65%
ELA
68%
2011
Math
65%
ELA
64%
2012
Math
63%
ELA
65%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
70%
2014
Math
54%
ELA
53%
2015
Math
55%
ELA
51%
2016
Math
49%
ELA
55%
2017
Math
44%
ELA
46%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
36%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
36%
2020*
Math
11%
ELA
19%
2021*
Math
11%
ELA
19%
2022
Math
25%
2025
Math
25.8%
ELA
23.8%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.2/10.

How Warren G Harding Elementary School Compares

See how Warren G Harding Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.2/10
27th percentile in IN
Academic
4.0/10
Below Average
Growth
6.2/10
Average
Environment
4.4/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
61%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
41.8%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

3211 165th St, Hammond, IN 46323

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Warren G Harding Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MORNING STAR ACADEMY (rated 8.2/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST STANISLAUS SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby East Chicago), which scores notably higher. Additionally, OUR LADY OF GRACE SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Highland), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hammond, see our Hammond schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Excel Center - Hammond Hammond 0.7 mi 2.4
Morton Senior High School Hammond 0.8 mi 4.3
Charles N Scott Middle School Hammond 1.1 mi 4.0
Morton Elementary School Hammond 1.1 mi 2.5
MORNING STAR ACADEMY Hammond 1.3 mi 8.2
Joseph Hess Elementary School Hammond 1.6 mi 3.1
East Chicago Urban Enterprise Academy East Chicago 2.3 mi 4.1
Judith Morton Johnston Elementary Highland 2.3 mi 5.2
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School Hammond 2.1 mi 4.0
Joseph Block Middle School East Chicago 2.7 mi 6.5
George Washington Elementary Sch East Chicago 2.7 mi 2.6
OUR LADY OF GRACE SCHOOL Highland 2.8 mi 7.0
West Side Leadership Academy Gary 2.2 mi 5.9
ST STANISLAUS SCHOOL East Chicago 2.5 mi 7.2
BIBLE BAPTIST SCHOOL Highland 2.9 mi
William McKinley Elementary School East Chicago 2.6 mi 3.0
HIGHLAND CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Highland 3.0 mi 6.8
East Chicago Lighthouse East Chicago 3.2 mi 3.9
Benjamin Harrison Elementary Sch East Chicago 3.0 mi 3.5
Frank O'Bannon Elementary School Hammond 2.7 mi 3.0

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Warren G Harding Elementary School

What grades does Warren G Harding Elementary School serve?

Warren G Harding Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Warren G Harding Elementary School?

Warren G Harding Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 643 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Warren G Harding Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Warren G Harding Elementary School is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Warren G Harding Elementary School rank in IN?

Warren G Harding Elementary School ranks #1,332 of 1,823 schools in IN.

What is Warren G Harding Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Warren G Harding Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Warren G Harding Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Warren G Harding Elementary School has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Warren G Harding Elementary School a charter school?

No, Warren G Harding Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Warren G Harding Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Warren G Harding Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Warren G Harding Elementary School?

60.7% of students at Warren G Harding Elementary School 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
50 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
643
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Free/Reduced Lunch
60.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Lake County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
41.8%

District

School City of Hammond
District Enrollment
11,275
Schools in District
17
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,879
District Rank
#1 of 16

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