Serving 440 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Grassy 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% 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: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 440 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grassy Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Grassy Creek Elementary School's student population of 440 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 47% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
440 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Grassy Creek Elementary 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 Grassy Creek Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#1578 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
13%
14%
Black
59%
13%
White
17%
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
63%
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 Grassy Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Grassy Creek Elementary School is ranked #1578 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Grassy Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Grassy Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pleasant Run Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Grassy Creek Elementary School?
440 students attend Grassy Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Grassy Creek Elementary School students are Black, 17% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Grassy Creek Elementary School?
Grassy Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Grassy Creek Elementary School offer ?
Grassy Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Grassy Creek Elementary School part of?
Grassy Creek Elementary School is part of MSD Warren Township School District.
In what neighborhood is Grassy Creek Elementary School located?
Grassy Creek Elementary 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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