Serving 762 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Burnett Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 762 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burnett Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Burnett Creek Elementary School's student population of 762 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
762 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Burnett Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burnett Creek Elementary School is 0.57, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#82 out of 1763 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
16%
14%
Black
6%
13%
White
63%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burnett Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Burnett Creek Elementary School is ranked #82 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Burnett Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Burnett Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Lafayette Elementary School, Klondike Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Burnett Creek Elementary School?
762 students attend Burnett Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Burnett Creek Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Burnett Creek Elementary School?
Burnett Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Burnett Creek Elementary School offer ?
Burnett Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Burnett Creek Elementary School part of?
Burnett Creek Elementary School is part of Tippecanoe School Corp School District.
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