John I Meister Elementary School

373 Students
Elementary School K - 5th
School Overview
John I. Meister Elementary School is a public school located in Hobart, Indiana, serving students from kindergarten through fifth grade as part of the School City of Hobart district. The school is known for its commitment to creating a supportive and inclusive learning environment that emphasizes both academic achievement and the social-emotional development of its students. By fostering a close-knit community atmosphere, Meister Elementary aims to prepare its young learners for success in middle school and beyond through a structured curriculum and active student engagement.

Beyond its core academic instruction, John I. Meister Elementary places a strong emphasis on community involvement and the integration of technology in the classroom to enhance the educational experience. The school frequently engages parents and local stakeholders to ensure a collaborative approach to student growth, often highlighting its mission to develop "responsible, productive citizens." With its location on Jay Street, the school serves as a central hub for the neighborhood, providing various extracurricular opportunities and resources designed to help every child reach their full potential within the Hobart school system.
373
Total Students
22.5
Full-Time Teachers
16.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
72.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for John I Meister Elementary School
Demographic Student Count
White136
Hispanic168
Black40
Asian2
Two or More27
  • Hispanic
    168 (45.0%)
  • White
    136 (36.5%)
  • Black
    40 (10.7%)
  • Two or More
    27 (7.2%)
  • Asian
    2 (0.5%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: River Forest Community Sch Corp
Phone: (219)962-1103
Grade Range: K - 5th
Total Students: 373
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 22.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 16.6
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 255
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 17
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 56
Grade 1 68
Grade 2 55
Grade 3 73
Grade 4 72
Grade 5 49

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for John I Meister Elementary School
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten56
Grade 168
Grade 255
Grade 373
Grade 472
Grade 549
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for John I Meister Elementary School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female18850.4%
Male18549.6%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)