Serving 755 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Warren G Harding Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 755 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Warren G Harding Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Warren G Harding Elementary School's student population of 755 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
755 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Year Founded
1924
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
Campus Size
19 acres
School Rankings
Warren G Harding Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Warren G Harding Elementary School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1281 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
49%
15%
Black
31%
14%
White
14%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Warren G Harding Elementary School's ranking?
Warren G Harding Elementary School is ranked #1281 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Warren G Harding Elementary School often compared to?
Warren G Harding Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thomas Jefferson Elementary School, Joseph Hess Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Warren G Harding Elementary School?
755 students attend Warren G Harding Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Warren G Harding Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Black, 14% of students are White, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Warren G Harding Elementary School?
Warren G Harding Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Warren G Harding Elementary School offer ?
Warren G Harding Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Warren G Harding Elementary School part of?
Warren G Harding Elementary School is part of School City Of Hammond School District.
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