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Joseph Hess Elementary School

3640 ORCHARD DR, HAMMOND, IN 46323

About Joseph Hess Elementary School

Joseph Hess Elementary School is a public Pre-K–6 school under the School City of Hammond, serving approximately 690 students with a student-teacher ratio near 18:1. Hess opened in 2007 and is a caring place to learn that encourages respect, safety, and responsibility. These are the values that make best Elementary School in Indiana. The school features core academic programs, along with enrichment through Gifted & Talented initiatives and early STEM exposure. About 88% of students are minorities, which shows how culturally diverse Hammond is. 20% of students are good at math and 19% are good at English language arts. This shows where they need to improve academically. Hess spends about $7,800 per student to help build a positive school culture and get students involved. The school is in Hammond's Hessville neighborhood, where the average home value is about $190,000. It is still a cornerstone for family-focused education and continuous improvement.

Joseph Hess Elementary School Contact Information

Address

3640 ORCHARD DR, HAMMOND, IN 46323

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Phone

(219) 989-7355

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 20%
Reading 19%
State average proficiency is 20% in Math and 19% in Reading.
36
Full-time Teachers
19 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
700
Total Students
$54001
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 109 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Joseph Hess 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: 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 8:15 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 13.5%
Asian 0%
Hispanic 42.4%
Black 39.5%
Two+ Races 4.5%
Native Am. 0%
White
13.5%
Asian
0%
Hispanic
42.4%
Black
39.5%
Two+ Races
4.5%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 700
47.1%
330 Female
52.9%
370 Male

Student Population

700 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 19 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Joseph Hess 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: What technology do students have access to?

A: Students have access to Chromebooks, interactive whiteboards, and learning software which help them enhance their tech skills while having fun learning.

Q2: How do I enroll my child into Joseph Hess Elementary School?

A: You can enroll your child online or in person. You will want to bring documents such as proof of residency and a birth certificate.

Q3: What does the school look like?

A: The school has updated classrooms, a fantastic library, computer lab, playgrounds, and secure entrances.

Q4: Is Joseph Hess a good school in the state of Indiana?

A: Yes, they are a school known for helping students grow academically, having great teachers, and students performing well on assessments.

Q5: What programs or clubs do students have access to?

A: There are programs such as art club, in addition to reading clubs and sports to assist students academically and with their social emotional growth.

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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