Serving 679 students in grades 1-6, Indian Creek Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 16% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 1-6
- Enrollment: 679 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Indian Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Indian Creek Elementary School's student population of 679 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
679 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
Indian Creek Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Indian Creek Elementary School is 0.61, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1576 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
51%
15%
Black
35%
13%
White
9%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Indian Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Indian Creek Elementary School is ranked #1576 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Indian Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Indian Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Forest Glen Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Indian Creek Elementary School?
679 students attend Indian Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Indian Creek Elementary School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Indian Creek Elementary School?
Indian Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Indian Creek Elementary School offer ?
Indian Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Indian Creek Elementary School part of?
Indian Creek Elementary School is part of MSD Lawrence Township School District.
In what neighborhood is Indian Creek Elementary School located?
Indian Creek Elementary School is located in the Lawrence neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 4 other public schools located in Lawrence.
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