Serving 778 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Burnett 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 67% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 778 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Burnett Creek Elementary School serves the northwest part of West Lafayette, IN, covering an area of approximately 26.4 square miles. Most students live within a typical driving distance of 10 to 12 minutes from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 6.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burnett Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Burnett Creek Elementary School's student population of 778 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
778 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Year Founded
1999
School Calendar
School Rankings
Burnett Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burnett Creek Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#93 out of 1743 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Asian
11%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Hispanic
15%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Black
7%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
White
61%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burnett Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Burnett Creek Elementary School is ranked #93 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Burnett Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Burnett Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Lafayette Elementary School, Klondike Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Burnett Creek Elementary School?
778 students attend Burnett Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Burnett Creek Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Burnett Creek Elementary School?
Burnett Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Burnett Creek Elementary School offer ?
Burnett Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Burnett Creek Elementary School part of?
Burnett Creek Elementary School is part of Tippecanoe School Corp School District.
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