Serving 1,086 students in grades 5-8, Creston Intermediate & Middle 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 11% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 1,086 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Creston Intermediate & Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Creston Intermediate & Middle School's student population of 1,086 students has grown by 78% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has grown by 96% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
1,086 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Creston Intermediate & Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Creston Intermediate & Middle School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1620 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
17%
15%
Black
65%
13%
White
10%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Creston Intermediate & Middle School's ranking?
Creston Intermediate & Middle School is ranked #1620 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Creston Intermediate & Middle School often compared to?
Creston Intermediate & Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stonybrook Intermediate & Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Creston Intermediate & Middle School?
1,086 students attend Creston Intermediate & Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Creston Intermediate & Middle School students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Creston Intermediate & Middle School?
Creston Intermediate & Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Creston Intermediate & Middle School offer ?
Creston Intermediate & Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Creston Intermediate & Middle School part of?
Creston Intermediate & Middle School is part of MSD Warren Township School District.
In what neighborhood is Creston Intermediate & Middle School located?
Creston Intermediate & Middle School is located in the Southeast Warren neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 1 other public schools located in Southeast Warren.
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