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Frank Obannon Elementary School

1317 173RD ST, HAMMOND, IN 46324

About Frank Obannon Elementary School

Frank O'Bannon Elementary School is one of the elementary schools in Indiana because it has strong ties to the community and is welcoming to all students. This public school for kids in Pre-K through 6th grade has about 550 students and a student-teacher ratio of about 15:1, which allows for personalized learning. The school has a lot of different classrooms with a lot of minority students, which helps students learn about other cultures and work together. The average scores for academic proficiency in math 14% and English are around 18%. The district gets about $8,000 per student, which pays for literacy, enrichment, and STEM programs. The school is in a family-friendly part of Hammond where the median home price is about $190,000. It promotes a safe, community-driven learning environment. Frank O'Bannon Elementary is still committed to helping students learn, embrace diversity, and get involved.

Frank Obannon Elementary School Contact Information

Address

1317 173RD ST, HAMMOND, IN 46324

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Phone

(219) 989-7360

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 14%
Reading 18%
State average proficiency is 14% in Math and 18% in Reading.
36
Full-time Teachers
14 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
560
Total Students
$54001
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 120 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Frank Obannon Elementary School

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
🚀
Hands-on with real robots
🏆
Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 7:30 AM - 2:30 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:15 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 12.9%
Asian 1%
Hispanic 29.6%
Black 53.7%
Two+ Races 3.5%
Native Am. 0%
White
12.9%
Asian
1%
Hispanic
29.6%
Black
53.7%
Two+ Races
3.5%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 560
52.4%
293 Female
47.6%
267 Male

Student Population

560 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 14 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

581 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

Being Updated

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Latest News

Frank O'Bannon Elementary School ranking is #742 to #989 based on state standardized test results and the student’s level of preparation for success, investigatied in an Indiana Elementary School context.

FAQ

Q1: How do I find the best elementary school for my child?

A: Look for a school with good instructions, caring teachers, and after school offerings that match your child's interests and learning style.

Q2: What after-school activities are available at Frank O'Bannon Elementary?

A: They have music, art, STEM clubs, and sports activities involved that promote cooperation and creativity.

Q3: What does the school teach?

A: They teach according to Indiana's standards for schools while emphasizing reading, math, social studies, and science.

Q4: Does the school use computers and similar devices?

A: Yes, children are given tablets or Chromebooks, and frequently use software specifically designed for instruction.

Q5: What does the school do to keep kids safe?

A: They conduct safety drills, constantly have the doors locked, and have staff members always monitoring the safety of all students.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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