Granger, Indiana facts for kids
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Granger, Indiana
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Location of Granger in St. Joseph County, Indiana.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | St. Joseph |
| Township | Clay, Harris |
| Area | |
| • Total | 24.68 sq mi (63.93 km2) |
| • Land | 24.68 sq mi (63.92 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.01 km2) |
| Elevation | 801 ft (244 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 30,337 |
| • Density | 1,229.21/sq mi (474.61/km2) |
| Demonym(s) | Granger |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
46530
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| Area code(s) | 574 |
| FIPS code | 18-28800 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2393023 |
Granger is a special kind of community in St. Joseph County, Indiana, in the U.S. state of Indiana. It's called a census-designated place (CDP), which means it's like a town but isn't officially governed as one. Granger is located in both Clay and Harris townships.
In 2020, about 30,337 people lived in Granger. The public schools in the area are managed by the Penn-Harris-Madison School Corporation and the South Bend Community School Corporation. Granger is also part of the larger South Bend–Mishawaka metropolitan area and the Michiana region.
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Exploring Granger's Past
Granger was established in 1883. It got its name from a group called the Grangers, which was a social and educational organization for farmers. The post office in Granger has been open since 1875, helping people send and receive mail for a very long time.
Where is Granger Located?
Granger covers an area of about 24.68 square miles (63.92 square kilometers), and all of this area is land. It's a good-sized community with plenty of space.
Who Lives in Granger?
The number of people living in Granger has grown over the years. Here's how the population has changed:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1990 | 20,241 | — | |
| 2000 | 28,284 | 39.7% | |
| 2010 | 30,465 | 7.7% | |
| 2020 | 30,337 | −0.4% | |
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In 2000, there were about 28,284 people living in Granger. Most people in Granger were White (94.15%), with smaller groups of African American (1.74%), Asian (2.63%), and other backgrounds. About 1.21% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
Many households in Granger had families. About 48.1% of homes had children under 18 living there. Most households (82.7%) were married couples living together. The average household had about 3 people, and families had about 3.26 people.
The community has a mix of age groups. About 31.7% of the population was under 18 years old. The median age was 38 years, meaning half the people were younger than 38 and half were older.
In 2000, the average income for a household in Granger was about $80,744. For families, it was about $83,171. Only a small number of families (1.0%) and people (1.4%) lived below the poverty line.
Schools and Learning in Granger
Most students in Granger attend schools run by the Penn-Harris-Madison School Corporation. Some students in the western part of Granger, specifically in Clay Township, go to schools in the South Bend Community School Corporation.
Public Schools in Granger
Several public schools are located right within Granger's boundaries. These schools are part of the Penn-Harris-Madison district:
- Discovery Middle School (for grades 6-8)
- Horizon Elementary School (for grades K-5)
- Mary Frank Elementary School (for grades K-5)
- Northpoint Elementary School (for grades K-5)
- Prairie Vista Elementary School (for grades K-5)
Other schools outside Granger, like Elsie Rogers and Walt Disney elementary schools and Schmucker Middle School, also serve parts of Granger. All high school students in the Penn-Harris-Madison district attend Penn High School, which is not in Granger itself.
Students in the South Bend school district part of Granger attend schools like Darden Elementary School, Edison Middle School, and either Clay High School or Adams High School. None of these South Bend district schools are located within Granger.
Private Schools in Granger
Granger also has several private schools that offer different educational options:
- Calvary Christian School (for grades K-3)
- Granger Christian School (for grades K-12)
- Michiana Covenant Academy (for grades K-12)
- Peace Lutheran School (for grades K-8)
- St. Pius X Catholic School (for grades K-8)
Granger's Public Library
Granger has its own public library. It's a branch of the Mishawaka-Penn-Harris Public Library system, offering books, resources, and programs for everyone in the community.
Famous People from Granger
Granger has been home to some well-known individuals:
- Braxston Cave – A former football player who played for the Detroit Lions.
- Joe Donnelly – A former U.S. Senator.
- Michael Dvorak – A former Indiana state representative and prosecutor for St. Joseph County, Indiana.
- Ken Harrelson – A former Major League Baseball player and a retired announcer for the Chicago White Sox.
- Ara Parseghian – A famous former head coach of the Notre Dame Fighting Irish football team.
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Location of Granger in St. Joseph County, Indiana.
See also
In Spanish: Granger (Indiana) para niños
