Serving 462 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Fishback Creek Public Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is equal to the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 462 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fishback Creek Public Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Fishback Creek Public Academy's student population of 462 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
462 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Fishback Creek Public Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fishback Creek Public Academy is 0.66, 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
#793 out of 1763 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
12%
14%
Black
51%
13%
White
25%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fishback Creek Public Academy's ranking?
Fishback Creek Public Academy is ranked #793 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Fishback Creek Public Academy often compared to?
Fishback Creek Public Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Central Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Fishback Creek Public Academy?
462 students attend Fishback Creek Public Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Fishback Creek Public Academy students are Black, 25% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fishback Creek Public Academy?
Fishback Creek Public Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Fishback Creek Public Academy offer ?
Fishback Creek Public Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Fishback Creek Public Academy part of?
Fishback Creek Public Academy is part of MSD Pike Township School District.
In what neighborhood is Fishback Creek Public Academy located?
Fishback Creek Public Academy is located in the Traders Point neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 2 other public schools located in Traders Point.
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