Serving 627 students in grades Kindergarten-3, South Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Asian and 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-3
- Enrollment: 627 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
South Creek Elementary School's student population of 627 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
Total Students
627 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Creek Elementary School 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 South Creek Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#572 out of 1763 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
3%
Hispanic
9%
14%
Black
13%
13%
White
56%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Creek Elementary School's ranking?
South Creek Elementary School is ranked #572 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are South Creek Elementary School often compared to?
South Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rosa Parks Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend South Creek Elementary School?
627 students attend South Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of South Creek Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Creek Elementary School?
South Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does South Creek Elementary School offer ?
South Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3
What school district is South Creek Elementary School part of?
South Creek Elementary School is part of Franklin Township Com Sch Corp School District.
In what neighborhood is South Creek Elementary School located?
South Creek Elementary School is located in the Franklin Township neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 10 other public schools located in Franklin Township.
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