2022 Best School Districts in Porter County

Duneland School Corporation

• School District
• CHESTERTON, IN
• Rating 4.25 out of 5  24 reviews

Parent: 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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• grade A

• 9 Total Schools
• 5,865 Students

Valparaiso Community Schools

• School District
• VALPARAISO, IN
• Rating 3.97 out of 5  59 reviews

Parent: Valparaiso Community Schools are top in Northwest Indiana for education. From the elementary schools up to the high school, these schools offer so much for the students that attend. Their academics programs are wonderful and really help the students excel in all their learning. The teachers work very hard to accommodate all students, whether online or in person. The VCS also offer a huge variety of clubs and activities. Any student, if they want, can find something to participate and thrive in. The sports programs in Valparaiso Schools are amazing and offer youth many avenues to improve and show case their talents. The schools are very safe and the administration provides great communication with the parents and families to make sure all are informed of protocols. VCS also has wonderful Art and Music programs. My children have benefited from the wealth of knowledge of many of the musical talents in the schools. They also have a great STEAM program throughout all the schools.
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• grade A

• 12 Total Schools
• 6,278 Students

Union Township School Corporation

• School District
• VALPARAISO, IN
• Rating 3.67 out of 5  6 reviews

Parent: Great school corporation that is transparent and always provides immediate feedback. Teachers and Admin's are responsive and personable, they are always looking to provide a terrific experience for the students. I have a daughter that is a sophomore, another that is in 5th grade and a son in kindergarten. Overall, I am excited to be a part of this school, it has been a pleasant experience thus far.
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• grade A

• 4 Total Schools
• 1,463 Students

East Porter County School Corporation

• School District
• KOUTS, IN
• Rating 3.75 out of 5  4 reviews

Alum: The EPCSC was wonderful all seven years I was a student in the corporation. I had transferred from a larger corporation/school, and the atmosphere that the EPCSC provided compared to the larger school's was unparalleled. It truly is a beautiful community with fantastic staff and students that fill the hallways of each respective school. The school system takes action immediately if they feel they must step in on a situation, and they handle things very seriously while having a good sense of compassion at the same time. If I ever get the chance to recommend the school to friends or family I take that chance in a heartbeat, you can not beat the genuine kindness of this school system and its employees.
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• grade A minus

• 6 Total Schools
• 2,467 Students

Metropolitan School District of Boone Township

• School District
• HEBRON, IN

• grade B

• 3 Total Schools
• 1,139 Students

Porter Township School Corporation

• School District
• VALPARAISO, IN
• Rating 5 out of 5  2 reviews

Senior: I transferred from a very large High School to the small High School setting at Boone Grove High School for the start of my Sophmore year of High School. I could not have made a better choice in doing so. The large school may have had more options, as far as clubs and organizations, however it lacked the personal feel that Boone Grove offers. Everyone knows your name. Your class sizes are much smaller than at a large school, therefore I felt that I got a lot more one on one time with the teacher for help on assignments when needed. I played three sports in High School and I felt the competition of making the team is a lot less competitive at the small school, we may not have been as good or as high in rankings as the bigger schools, but everyone played, there was no designated bench warmers, like there is at most large schools. At Boone Grove it doesn't just feel like a school with teachers and administrative staff. It feels like your with family when your there.
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• grade B

• 4 Total Schools
• 1,533 Students

Portage Township Schools

• School District
• PORTAGE, IN
• Rating 3.69 out of 5  48 reviews

Alum: I think overall portage township schools are very good. They are very aware of safety and take many precautions to prevent anything from happening. But there are also a few things that I would change such as the food, the food is not very good or healthy! I think there could be menu changes and rules set in place to help portage with the issue. Also the actions they tale against bullying I think should be better handled! There is little to almost nothing done when bullying is happening and I think that should be changed not only in the portage school system but every school system!
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• grade B minus

• 11 Total Schools
• 7,349 Students