Serving 365 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Indian Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 365 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Indian Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Indian Creek Elementary School's student population of 365 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
365 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Indian Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Indian Creek Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#621 out of 1280 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
26%
21%
Black
14%
7%
White
47%
62%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Indian Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Indian Creek Elementary School is ranked #621 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Indian Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Indian Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Countryside Elementary School, Tomahawk Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Indian Creek Elementary School?
365 students attend Indian Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Indian Creek Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Indian Creek Elementary School?
Indian Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Indian Creek Elementary School offer ?
Indian Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Indian Creek Elementary School part of?
Indian Creek Elementary School is part of Olathe School District.
In what neighborhood is Indian Creek Elementary School located?
Indian Creek Elementary School is located in the Indian Creek Ridge neighborhood of Olathe, KS.
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