Overview

Joseph Hess Elementary School is a public school in Hammond, IN, offering a Gifted & Talented program and Project Lead The Way curriculum. It is one of 14 elementary schools in School City Of Hammond.

School Rating

Joseph Hess Elementary School is performing below average compared to public and charter schools in Indiana with the same grade levels.
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ACADEMICS

Test Scores

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Courses & Programs

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STUDENT LIFE

Student Demographics

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Teachers & Staff

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About the School

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Neighborhood

3640 Orchard Drive
Hammond, IN 46323
School leader: Ms Katie Pieta
(219) 989-7355
(219) 554-4581
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