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Duneland School Corporation

#1 in Best School Districts in Porter County
  • Chesterton, IN
  • 15 reviews
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    Overall Niche Grade
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    1. Academics
      A
    2. Diversity
      B-
    3. Teachers
      A
    4. College Prep
      A-
    5. Clubs & Activities
      A
    6. Health & Safety
      B+
    7. Administration
      A
    8. Sports
      A-
    9. Food
      B
    10. Resources & Facilities
      B+
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    Duneland School Corporation is a highly rated, public school district located in Chesterton, IN. It has 5,666 students in grades K-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 19 to 1. According to state test scores, 69% of students are at least proficient in math and 73% in reading.
    duneland.k12.in.us
    (219) 983-3600
    601 W Morgan Ave
    Chesterton, IN 46304

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    High Schools in Duneland School Corporation

    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    73%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    69%
    Average Graduation Rate
    92%
    Average SAT
    1190
    335 responses
    Average ACT
    28
    145 responses
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    Students

    Diversity
    B-
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    5,666
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    27.3%

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    19:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    —
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    9.5%

    Finances

    Total Expenses
    $58,795,000
    Expenses Per Student
    $10,615/ student
    National
    $12,239
    Education Expenses
    • Instruction
      53%
    • Support Services
      42%
    • Other
      5%
    Living in the Area
    A-
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Cost of Living
      B+
    2. Good for Families
      A
    3. Housing
      B+
    Median Household Income
    $66,861
    National
    $55,322
    Median Rent
    $885
    National
    $949
    Median Home Value
    $176,300
    National
    $184,700

    Duneland School Corporation Reviews

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    Aspects of the high school that are terrific - but other areas need to improve. Our kids have had a number of talented & committed teachers. They have also had a few that we wish they had not - those that are ready to retire, or not invested in the kids & making learning active and fun. The high school offers challenging courses, and some AP options. The music program is amazing! Kids are afforded the opportunity to begin orchestra and band at an early age, and their skills are crafted throughout their academic careers. The music teachers are very qualified and passionate about their work.
    We have been disappointed in is the school spirit or culture. Attendance at sporting events is weak, and kids don't get excited about or attend dances. "Special days" that are designed to be fun and show school spirit are lacking. Im not sure what that is a reflection of, but as a parent, it is disappointing to see.
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    Duneland has served me very well- the teachers seem supported, and genuinely care about the well being and progress of the students. Affectionately, I deem the school a load of nerds, because Duneland is very academically oriented and we have very strong theater, arts and debate programs. Chesterton (where the school is located) is a nice, sleepy town, and therefore presents very few issues in terms of disruption during the school day, and danger in the surrounding area. The thing I would change is that there is little social awareness within Chesterton High School as to how amazingly small the percentage of people of color is within our schools. There is rampant ignorant hate speech among those who are privileged enough to not feel the effect of those words. But such is life. I just wish the administration would address that a little bit more.
    Duneland schools always provide what their students need. They make sure that we are able to get through our school career and succeed while doing so. They provide their students with electronic devices to complete their school work and those come in handy when you have a lot of snow days over the winter. They make sure we are prepared for when we have e-learning days, which is doing our school from home online if we were to have an inclement weather day. This makes sure our school year is not extended due to snow days and I feel motivates students more because they know when they will be done for sure.