Serving 1,207 students in grades 5-8, Creston Intermediate & Middle 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 12% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 1,207 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Creston Intermediate & Middle School's student population of 1,207 students has grown by 98% over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has grown by 139% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
1,207 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Creston Intermediate & Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,755 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Creston Intermediate & Middle School is 0.57, 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
#1558 out of 1755 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
15%
14%
Black
62%
13%
White
13%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Creston Intermediate & Middle School's ranking?
Creston Intermediate & Middle School is ranked #1558 out of 1,755 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Creston Intermediate & Middle School often compared to?
Creston Intermediate & Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stonybrook Intermediate & Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
How many students attend Creston Intermediate & Middle School?
1,207 students attend Creston Intermediate & Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Creston Intermediate & Middle School students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Creston Intermediate & Middle School?
Creston Intermediate & Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Creston Intermediate & Middle School offer ?
Creston Intermediate & Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Creston Intermediate & Middle School part of?
Creston Intermediate & Middle School is part of MSD Warren Township School District.
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