Serving 661 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Thorpe Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 661 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thorpe Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Thorpe Creek Elementary School's student population of 661 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
661 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Thorpe Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,755 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thorpe Creek Elementary School is 0.56, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#132 out of 1755 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
3%
Hispanic
9%
14%
Black
8%
13%
White
64%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thorpe Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Thorpe Creek Elementary School is ranked #132 out of 1,755 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
How many students attend Thorpe Creek Elementary School?
661 students attend Thorpe Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Thorpe Creek Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thorpe Creek Elementary School?
Thorpe Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Thorpe Creek Elementary School offer ?
Thorpe Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Thorpe Creek Elementary School part of?
Thorpe Creek Elementary School is part of Hamilton Southeastern Schools School District.
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